GPO Director, Procurement Processes

Mars; Guararema; Presencial; BRL 300 000 - 540 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Mars is seeking a GPO Director in Brazil to drive the global procurement digitalization strategy and transform S2R processes with high automation and strong UX. You will manage a global team of process owners, align with DT, and ensure compliance across regions.

You will oversee platform ownership, including SAP Ariba, ZIP, and e-sourcing tools, delivering scalable, efficient sourcing operations with measurable value for Mars' commercial leadership.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, Finance, or CS.
• 8+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement in global org.
• Experience deploying SAP Ariba, ZIP and e-sourcing engines.
• 5+ years leading teams.
• Fluent in English.

Responsabilidades

• Lead digital procurement strategy and transformation.
• Own platform deployment and integration.
• Build and mentor a global team.
• Ensure compliance and governance.

Conhecimentos

Digital procurement

Leadership

Analytical skills

English fluency

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

MBA or Master's preferred

Ferramentas

SAP Ariba

ZIP

Keelvar

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description

We are seeking a visionary, results-driven GPO Director based in Brazil to lead the deployment and continuous evolution of our global commercial process and digitalization strategy. In this senior leadership role, you will champion the digital transformation of our procurement landscape, transitioning traditional methodologies into highly automated, best-in-class workflows. You will manage a high-performing global team and oversee a complex portfolio of digital transformation programs. By working in close lockstep with Digital Technologies (DT), Global/Segment Buyers, and MGS Finance, Controller, and Internal Audit, you will ensure our Source-to-Resolve (S2R) processes are exceptionally efficient, deliver an intuitive user experience (UX), and maintain bulletproof compliance

What will be your key responsibilities?

• 1. Digital Procurement & Strategy Leadership
• Drive Digital Transformation: Act as the global architect for our procurement digitalization roadmap. Champion the integration of next-generation technologies to shift toward a highly automated, friction-free purchasing ecosystem.
• Platform Ownership & Implementation: Oversee the deployment and optimization of core digital platforms, driving the integration of tools such as SAP Ariba, ZIP (serving as our primary "commercial front door"), and advanced e-sourcing systems like Keelvar.
• Process Efficiency & User Experience (UX): Ruthlessly audit current S2R processes to remove operational friction. Design digital workflows that prioritize the end-user experience (buyers and stakeholders) to drive maximum tool adoption
• 2. Team & Program Management
• People Leadership: Build, lead, and mentor a talented global team of Process Owners and digital specialists. Foster an inclusive environment of continuous learning and high performance.
• Portfolio Governance: Direct multiple simultaneous, large-scale process transformation programs, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with Mars’ global enterprise design.
• 3. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Change Management
• DT & Buyer Alignment: Partner closely with Digital Technologies (DT) teams to translate business requirements into technical capabilities, and collaborate with Segment Buyers to ensure systems support practical sourcing needs.
• Global-Regional Bridge: Gather global insights and local regulatory requirements (e.g., regional e-contracting or local eInvoicing rules) and advocate for them to shape the global GPO agenda.
• Cross-Segment Synergy: Collaborate with MGS Finance, Internal Audit, and Compliance to ensure process changes align with overall financial and organizational goals.
• 4. Compliance, Risk, & Data Governance
• Control Standards: Ensure all digitized and offline processes strictly adhere to internal control standards, corporate compliance rules, and audit requirements.
• KPI & Value Tracking: Standardize process performance tracking via advanced analytics. Monitor tool utilization, cycle times, and compliance, converting data into actionable insights for the Mars Commercial Leadership Team.

What are we looking for?

• Education: University degree (Bachelor's) in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or Computer Science. An Advanced Degree (Master's) or MBA in Business Analytics, Data Science, or Finance is highly desired.
• Professional Experience: 8+ years of progressive strategic sourcing, commercial procurement, or process management experience, preferably within a large, highly matrixed global organization.
• Digital Procurement Expertise: Proven, hands‑on experience deploying, integrating, or optimizing leading procurement platforms, specifically SAP Ariba, ZIP, and advanced e-Sourcing engines like Keelvar.
• Leadership Capabilities: 5+ years of experience managing teams and successfully directing complex, multi-market transformation programs.
• Collaborative Mindset: Strong relationship-building skills with a track record of partnering successfully with Digital Technologies (DT), business buyers, finance, and internal audit teams.
• Analytical Skills: Advanced analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to synthesize complex, multi-source data to drive process strategy.
• Communication: Exceptional oral and written communication skills; fluent in English.