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Macro Farmacias S.A. De C.V.; Región Centro; Remote; MXN 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Macro Farmacias S.A. De C.V. is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to drive strategic sourcing from a fully remote position. You will lead category strategies, optimize spend, and manage supplier relationships to enable global operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and hands-on experience with data analysis and procurement best practices in a multinational setting. Remote collaboration across teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Business Admin, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management.
• Proven track record of leading sourcing projects and cost savings.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with data analysis and financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned categories.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships, ensuring performance and compliance.
• Analyze spend data to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Negotiate favorable contract terms, pricing, and SLAs with suppliers.
• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand needs and provide procurement support.
• Manage supplier performance and conduct regular business reviews.
• Identify and assess potential supply chain risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Stay informed about market trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in procurement.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Contract management

Spend analysis

Supplier management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelors in SCM/BA/Finance

Tools

e-procurement

Job description

Senior Procurement Specialist (Remote)

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in its industry, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to join their fully remote procurement team. This pivotal role is responsible for driving strategic sourcing initiatives, optimizing spend, and managing key supplier relationships to support the company's global operations. We are looking for a proactive and analytical professional with a deep understanding of procurement best practices, a proven ability to negotiate complex contracts, and a passion for identifying cost-saving opportunities. The ideal candidate will be adept at working independently in a remote setting, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams worldwide, and contributing to the company's strategic objectives.

The primary goal of this position is to develop and implement robust sourcing strategies for various categories of spend, ensuring the acquisition of high-quality goods and services at competitive prices while mitigating supply chain risks. You will play a critical role in shaping the company's procurement function and driving significant value.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned categories, including market analysis, supplier selection, and negotiation.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Analyze spend data to identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and supplier consolidation.
• Negotiate favorable contract terms, pricing, and service level agreements (SLAs) with suppliers.
• Develop and implement category strategies that align with the company's overall business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure timely and effective procurement support.
• Manage supplier performance and conduct regular business reviews.
• Identify and assess potential risks within the supply chain and develop mitigation plans.
• Stay informed about market trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in procurement and supply chain management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management.
• Proven track record of successfully leading sourcing projects and achieving significant cost savings.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proficiency in data analysis and financial modeling.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices and supply chain principles.
• Experience with e-procurement