ABOUT THE COMPANY
Our client is a leading international food company with an iconic portfolio of market-leading food brands across multiple categories. With operations spanning more than 50 countries and products enjoyed in over 100 markets worldwide, they are embarking on an ambitious transformation journey to create a world-class procurement organization.
As part of this strategic transformation, they are seeking exceptional procurement talent to drive innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth across their global operations.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Procurement Buyer will define, communicate, and ensure short to long term category strategy implementation. You will be responsible for strategic and sustainable procurement delivering business advantages: market intelligence, economies of scale, cost competitiveness, efficiency projects, risk management, strategic alliances with partners and Innovation. This role will specifically focus on the meat category.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Defining Sourcing Strategy short-medium and long term based on category management and according to business needs.
- Use data to lead effective negotiations
- Develop and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders (R&D, factories, quality, finance etc).
- Define Sourcing Map and Market Strategy (local/imports/mix)
- Propose and align Procurement coverage together with Business
- Anticipation and Resiliency to adapt our Strategy to any potential changes (regulatory, import bans, duties, market dynamics, force majeure…. etc.) as Procurement Risk Management to guarantee a sustainable and a competitive business
- Define Supplier Relationship Management depending on the more strategic or tactic approach
- Establish Governance and Control guaranteeing transparency and procurement execution
- Business Intimacy, bi-directional, for alignment of Procurement Strategy and Business Strategy (VCP) to maximize our Business competitiveness
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Experience
- Must have certain experience in Direct materials and mid to high-level interaction with some stakeholders: Factories, R&D, Quality, Finance
- Currently involved in direct contact with Suppliers: negotiations, contract management, supplier assessments, etc.
Skills & Attributes
- Business and Strategic thinking
- Very strong negotiation skills
- Analytical skills – fact based
- Proactivity
- Fluent English & Spanish
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?
- Opportunity to drive strategic transformation in a global organization
- Competitive compensation package including performance-based bonuses
- Career development within a growing international business
- Flexible working arrangements
- Relocation assistance if required
This is a rare opportunity to join a market leading business during an exciting time of change. We are looking to speak to ambitious and strategic procurement professionals looking for that next step in their career.
To apply or learn more about this exceptional opportunity, please contact Shiva at shiva@pod-talent or click ‘Apply’ now
