The North America Senior Procurement Manager will oversee the strategic sourcing, negotiating and management of the procurement of commodities and ingredients needed for the production process. This position involves strategic sourcing, vendor management and ensuring a continued and stable supply of materials of the highest quality.

Client Details

Global Food Manufacturing Company

Description

Development and execution of a procurement strategy for the commodities and ingredients categories.
Identify and assess potential suppliers, negotiating contracts and building relationships with key vendors.
Analyze market trends and use this information to make informed decisions on cost-saving opportunities.
Create and manage the procurement budgets.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with supply chain disruptions, market fluctuations and geopolitical factors that can impact the availability of commodities and ingredients.

Profile

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or Finance
Minimum 5 years experience in Procurement or Supply Chain Management with experience in commodities and/or ingredients
Proficiency in data analysis. Able to interpret market data and use this to make informed decisions.
Clear understanding of sourcing strategies.
Experience with ERP systems
Fluency in Spanish/Portuguese is a plus

Job Offer

Competitive Salary and Bonus, Hybrid Work Schedule, Career Development Opportunities.

Desired Skills and Experience

Ingredients; Commodities; Strategic Sourcing; Spend management; Contract Management; Supplier Selection; Supplier Management;

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