Specialist, Strategic Sourcing - Sourcing Excellence
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
Procure Logistics, Factory Services/MRO: Ensure pricing, capacity, and service levels align with business commitments and sourcing strategies. Apply a broad range of sourcing tools such as negotiation, e-procurement, stakeholder engagement, and auctions.
Implement Supply Base Strategy: Evaluate and develop suppliers to meet current and future business needs, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
Manage Supply Risk: Ensure robust risk management through well-structured contracts and regular monitoring of financial and service KPIs. Initiate corrective actions when necessary.
Stakeholder Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with Finance and Supply Managers and eventually Directors to support business objectives and foster constructive collaboration.
Drive Stakeholder Engagement: Actively engage with internal customers to understand needs and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies.
Ensure Compliance: Adhere to all relevant policies, systems, and controls throughout the sourcing process.
Provide Market Intelligence: Deliver market and financial insights to support sourcing decisions. Represent the company in external forums to stay informed of industry trends.
Commercial & Ethical Oversight: Manage all commercial, financial, and ethical considerations in collaboration with Logistics/Factory Services/MRO Category Managers.
Contract Management: Utilize appropriate contract frameworks to mitigate risks and ensure service coverage.
Performance Tracking: Maintain and regularly update key performance indicators (KPIs), including savings, payment terms, and other relevant metrics.
Supplier Performance Reviews: Conduct regular performance evaluations for top suppliers to ensure service excellence and continuous improvement.
Supplier Collaboration Initiatives: Identify and lead initiatives such as Supplier Finance, Responsible Sourcing, e-invoicing, and operational process optimization.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or a related field
Languages:
Fluent in English (English proficiency is essential, both verbal and written)
Spanish - Native
Portuguese - Desirable
Experience & Skills:
Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing or Supply Services operations such as Logistics, Plant and Engineering, preferably within a multinational environment
Familiarity/Experience with Services and Supply Procurement is a plus
Solid understanding of contract law
Proficiency in SAP and Ariba systems
Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess and anticipate the impact of macroeconomic trends on the business environment
Results-oriented mindset; comfortable setting and achieving ambitious targets
Demonstrated business acumen
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills