Procurement Specialist - LATAM Pools

Solenis LLC; Sorocaba; Presencial; BRL 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A Solenis LLC, uma empresa de produtos químicos especializada, está em busca de um Especialista em Compras para a região LATAM. O profissional será responsável por liderar a aquisição de materiais, implementar estratégias de sourcing e colaborar com fornecedores para alcançar reduções de custo. Com um compromisso com a diversidade e inclusão, a Solenis oferece um ambiente de trabalho acolhedor e oportunidades de crescimento profissional.

Serviços

Compensação competitiva

Benefícios abrangentes, incluindo seguro saúde

Oportunidades de crescimento e desenvolvimento profissional

Qualificações

• 3-5 anos de experiência funcional relevante com foco em sourcing e cadeia de suprimentos.
• Experiência com ferramentas de e-procurement.
• Capacidade de trabalhar em uma organização distribuída geograficamente.

Responsabilidades

• Liderar a procura de materiais e serviços para a região LATAM.
• Construir parcerias estratégicas com fornecedores.
• Gerenciar auditorias regulares de fornecedores e medir o desempenho.

Conhecimentos

Fluência em Espanhol

Fluência em Português

Fluência em Inglês

Negociação

Gestão de Projetos

Solução de Problemas

Comunicação

Formação académica

Bacharelado em Negócios, Cadeia de Suprimentos, Ciência ou Engenharia

Ferramentas

SAP

Salesforce.com

Tableau

MS Word

Excel

Power Point

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Procurement Specialist - LATAM Pools

Apply remote type Hybrid locations Sorocaba, Brazil time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: August 31, 2025 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition id R0022660

Na Solenis você encontrará um excelente ambiente de trabalho, com autonomia, desafios e oportunidades de crescimento. Valorizamos a diversidade e estamos na constante caminhada para nos tornarmos uma empresa mais diversa e inclusiva a cada dia, isso reflete-se em nossos processos seletivos. Reforçamos que todas as pessoas são bem-vindas, independente de gênero, raça, orientação sexual, identidade de gênero, idade, deficiência ou qualquer outra característica. O candidato selecionado deverá ter uma ética de trabalho exemplar e altos padrões de integridade.

Primary Responsibilities:

The LATAM Procurement Lead is part of the Pool Solutions Global Procurement Team and is responsible for leading direct and indirect material procurement, contract manufacturing and chemical toller activities within the LATAM region. This role is expected to achieve cost reduction and cash flow targets within the region, in alignment with the regional Supply Chain and Business organizations.

Leading by example through a positive attitude, strong work ethic, placing the team before self-interests and integrity are attributes required for this position. This role will be required to work within corporate processes and policies, reporting analytics structures and other tools to ensure alignment with financial, supply and quality objectives.

Role Summary and Key Accountabilities:

• Sourcing of target materials and services for the LATAM region of Pool Solutions in alignment with global procurement strategies and best practices
• Understanding of assigned categories including market analysis, creation of sourcing strategies, preparing and running request for proposals, negotiating, implementing contracts and tracking supplier performance and results.
• Build and maintain positive, strategic partnerships with key suppliers.
• Identifying, gaining commitment and implementing profit improvement opportunities to create structured and sustained cost advantages.
• Identify and develop preferred supplier network and achieve supplier consolidation
• Developing baseline costs and make vs. buy analysis modeling to drive data-driven decision making.
• Providing forward looking guidance on regional trends, threats, and opportunities for target categories
• Creating risk mitigation and contingency plans
• Collaborate and develop strong relationships with global and regional Sourcing, Supply Chain, R&D and Marketing and other internal stakeholders
• Understand and communicate KPIs with respect to PPV, OTIF, Working Capital and Cost Out

Other responsibilities:

• Oversee regular supplier audits and measure supplier performance. Manage intermittent supply issues and support planning organization to ensure supplier performance and compliance. Develop appropriate communications to advise Business of supplier performance and work together with Quality department to make sure suppliers comply with quality requirements.
• Coordinate with broader Global team as appropriate
• SAP Workflow items (vendor requests, material requests, etc.)
• Utilize e-technologies as applicable (Coupa, SFDC, reverse auctions, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with Solenis Environmental, Health & Safety, and Responsible Care programs
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and English
• Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field of work, e.g. Business, Supply Chain, Science or Engineering.
• 3-5 years of relevant functional experience with a focus on sourcing, supply chain, process excellence, and project/program management.
• Experience with ERPs, supply chain collaboration and e-procurement tools such as SAP, Salesforce.com, Tableau and others
• Excellent knowledge of typical professional computer programs including MS Word, Excel, Power Point
• Ability to work effectively in a geographically distributed organization
• Hands on and problem-solving mentality.
• Ability to work in a matrix environment.
• Strong negotiating and project management skills
• Strong organization
• Strong written, oral communication, and presentation skills
• Proven track record of driving results, ability to influence and work collaboratively in cross-regional and cross-functional teams

Why work here?

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation; comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance and a 401(k) plan; and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or in the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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About Us

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 71 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 15,400 professionals in 130 countries across six continents.

Solenis is a 2023 US Best Managed Company.