Purchaser

Greif, Inc.; Tigre; On-site; ARS 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif, Inc. is seeking a procurement professional in Argentina to drive strategic sourcing for indirect materials and services. You will evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, and manage purchase orders to achieve cost efficiency and reliable delivery.

You will collaborate with plant teams and finance to ensure compliance with policies and timely invoicing, while supporting continuous improvements and KPI reporting. A Bachelor's degree and 2–4 years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 2–4 years of relevant experience.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in ERP software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Identify sourcing initiatives and evaluate suppliers based on quality and total cost of ownership.
• Participate in supplier performance evaluations yearly.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing to minimize total cost of ownership.
• Process purchase orders for Indirect Material and Services.
• Monitor deliveries and ensure timely receipt of materials.
• Coordinate with suppliers to resolve delays or discrepancies.
• Ensure purchasing complies with Greif policies and local laws.
• Raise SCARs when supplier performance issues are identified.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Deadline management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)

Tools

ERP software

MS Office

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

OUR VISION: To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

OUR PURPOSE: Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #: 035795

Key Responsibilities

• Identifies sourcing initiatives and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, Total cost of ownership, and delivery performance.
• Participates supplier performance evaluations yearly.
• Negotiates contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure the best total cost of ownership of items not leveraged by strategic sourcing, logistics or other approved departments
• Administers purchase orders for Indirect Material and Services based on plant requisitions.
• Monitors and coordinates timely receipts of materials at the plants.
• Monitors and coordinates with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any issues related to delays or discrepancies.
• Ensures purchasing is compliant with Greif policies & local legislations.
• Ensures approval flows comply with Greif Approval Authority Matrix.
• Resolves pricing issues & support other departments to resolve issues impacting invoice/credit matching.
• Ensures INR/RNI balances are current & manageable.
• Reduces manually entered and approved invoices by Greif.
• Performs internal & external audit of purchasing processes.
• Raises Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) when supplier performance issues are identified, ensure all local SCARs are closed out in a timely manner and credits are collected.
• Communicates effectively with sourcing, accounts payables, and facility colleagues.
• Provides updates on KPI’s.

Education & Experience

• Typically possesses a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 2-4 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication skills both internally and externally
• Proficiency in ERP software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work under deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth.

EEO Statement: https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf

Greif is an equal opportunity employer.

We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

Founded in 1877, Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world’s most demanding and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life’s essentials – and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.