Hybrid: This position requires you to work on-site 3 times a week (Tue to Thu)
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
Sourcing & Procurement
- Identify, evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery capabilities
- Negotiate contracts and terms to secure favorable pricing and service levels
- Support on timely delivery of materials and services to meet operational requirements.
Cost Management
- Monitor market trends and pricing fluctuations to identify cost saving and opportunities
- Analyze procurement data to optimize spending and reduce waste
- Maintain purchasing activities within budgetary constraints
- Track and report on budget performance and variances
- Identify and implement cost reduction strategies through process improvements, product redesigns and supplier collaboration
- Work cross-functionally with engineering and operations teams to drive technical efficiencies
Supplier Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
- Support on supply chain issues and ensure continuity of supply
- Collaborate with suppliers to improve performance and innovation
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelor degree completed in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics or related fields
- Advanced or fluent English
- Proven experience in Purchasing area, preferably in direct purchasing
- Good understanding and knowledge of Excel and Powerpoint
What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preference Qualifications)
- Data analytics tools (Power BI, Knime, etc)
- Spanish
