Packaging Procurement Analyst – LATAM

Kenvue Inc.; Campos dos Goytacazes; Hybrid; BRL 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenvue Inc. seeks a Packaging Procurement Analyst to join the LATAM team. Hybrid work setup in LATAM Brazil, coordinating procurement processes and information across Category Managers, suppliers, Finance, and Supply Chain.

The role links sourcing execution, stakeholder coordination, data management, contracts, reporting, and operations support while ensuring timely handling of day-to-day procurement requests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance Operations, or a related business function.
• Experience supporting sourcing processes, contracts, procurement systems, invoice resolution, or supplier management.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple requests and priorities across different stakeholders and countries.
• Good knowledge of Copilot, Excel and PowerPoint; experience with procurement platforms, reporting tools, or contract-management systems is desirable.
• Strong communication skills in English

Responsibilities

• Support Category Managers in the preparation and execution of sourcing projects for LATAM Packaging.
• Consolidate spend, supplier, volume, pricing, and market information required for bids and negotiations.
• Support supplier proposal analysis, commercial comparisons, negotiation preparation, and recommendation documents.
• Coordinate inputs and follow-ups with stakeholders to ensure sourcing projects progress on the timeline.
• Maintain sourcing documentation and ensure information is accurate and accessible.
• Assist contract creation, renewal, amendment, approval flow, and documentation.
• Coordinate with Legal, Category Managers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to move contracts through the process.
• Support MEP and other procurement system set-ups, ensuring required information and approvals are available.
• Maintain visibility of pending contracts and procurement-system requests, escalating delays or missing information when necessary.
• Act as a focal point for LATAM Packaging Procurement requests and resolve blocked or overdue supplier invoices.
• Coordinate operational follow-ups related to purchasing processes, supplier set-up, purchase orders, contracts, and invoice issues.
• Direct requests to the appropriate owner and monitor progress through closure.
• Consolidate regional information and data for trackers, reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Develop and maintain trackers supporting sourcing execution and procurement performance.
• Monitor open actions, deadlines, risks, and dependencies with Category Managers.
• Ensure data quality and consistency across reporting and procurement systems.
• Collaborate with Category Managers, Procurement Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, Accounts Payable, and suppliers.
• Facilitate cross-country communication and follow-up across Packaging subcategories.
• Identify recurring issues and suggest practical process improvements.
• Support other procurement activities including supplier performance and savings tracking.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Multi-country coordination

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Copilot

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Packaging Procurement Analyst - LATAM

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON'S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future and yours. For more information, click here.

Role reports to:

GER GRUPO CATEG SR

Location:

Latin America, Brazil, Sao Paulo, Sao Jose dos Campos

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

Role Purpose

The Packaging Procurement Analyst supports the LATAM Packaging Procurement teams, by coordinating procurement processes, operational activities, and information consolidation.

The role serves as a key connection point between Category Managers, Procurement Operations, suppliers, Finance, Supply Chain, and other business stakeholders. It enables the effective execution of strategic sourcing activities while supporting the resolution of day-to-day procurement requests.

The proposed scope is consistent with the existing Packaging Analyst roles, which combine sourcing execution, stakeholder coordination, procurement data management, contracts, reporting, and operational support.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing Support

• Support Category Managers in the preparation and execution of sourcing projects for LATAM Packaging.
• Consolidate spend, supplier, volume, pricing, and market information required for bids and negotiations.
• Support supplier proposal analysis, commercial comparisons, negotiation preparation, and recommendation documents.
• Coordinate inputs and follow-ups with stakeholders to ensure sourcing projects progress according to the agreed timeline.
• Maintain sourcing documentation and ensure information is accurate and accessible.

Contracts and Procurement Systems

• Support contract creation, renewal, amendment, approval flow, and documentation.
• Coordinate with Legal, Category Managers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to move contracts through the required process.
• Support MEP and other procurement system set‑ups, ensuring that the required commercial information and approvals are available.
• Maintain visibility of pending contracts and procurement-system requests, escalating delays or missing information when necessary.

Operational Procurement Support

• Act as a focal point for general requests related to LATAM Packaging Procurement.
• Support the investigation and resolution of blocked or overdue supplier invoices in collaboration with suppliers, Procurement Operations, Finance, Accounts Payable, and Category Managers.
• Coordinate operational follow-ups related to purchasing processes, supplier set‑up, purchase orders, contracts, and invoice issues.
• Direct requests to the appropriate owner and monitor progress through closure.

Reporting and Consolidation

• Consolidate regional information, updates, and data required by the LATAM Packaging Procurement team.
• Develop and maintain trackers, reports, dashboards, and presentations supporting sourcing execution and procurement performance.
• Monitor open actions, deadlines, risks, and dependencies, helping Category Managers maintain visibility and accountability.
• Ensure data quality and consistency across reporting and procurement systems.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with Category Managers, Procurement Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, Accounts Payable, and suppliers.
• Facilitate communication and follow-up across countries and Packaging subcategories.
• Identify recurring operational issues and recommend practical process improvements.
• Support other procurement activities as required, including supplier performance, savings tracking, compliance documentation, and sourcing governance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance Operations, or a related business function.
• Experience supporting sourcing processes, contracts, procurement systems, invoice resolution, or supplier management.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple requests and priorities across different stakeholders and countries.
• Good knowledge of Copilot, Excel and PowerPoint; experience with procurement platforms, reporting tools, or contract-management systems is desirable.
• Strong communication skills in English #LI-GC2

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