Senior Global Direct Sourcing Lead

GEP Worldwide; Tandil; On-site; ARS 139,474,000 - 185,966,000; Full time

Job summary

GEP Worldwide is seeking an experienced Sourcing Manager to lead end-to-end direct procurement initiatives across chemicals and packaging. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver measurable cost savings and supply continuity.

The role requires strong negotiation and analytical skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders in a fast-paced multinational environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in Procurement and Strategic Sourcing.
• Direct Procurement: chemicals and packaging.
• Experience managing complex sourcing projects and negotiations.
• Fluent English and Portuguese (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives for Direct Procurement categories.
• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Conduct supplier market assessments, RFx events, evaluations, and contract negotiations.
• Identify cost optimization, value engineering, and risk mitigation opportunities.
• Build partnerships with stakeholders across LATAM and global teams.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Global/multinational environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Eng., Procurement, Finance

Tools

SAP Ariba

Coupa

Oracle

Job description

GEP Worldwide is seeking an experienced Sourcing Manager to lead end-to-end direct procurement initiatives across chemicals and packaging. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver measurable cost savings and supply continuity.

The role requires strong negotiation and analytical skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders in a fast-paced multinational environment.