Principal Specialist, Procurement

Jobtailor; Mexicali; Presencial; MXN 650.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Jobtailor in Mexicali, Mexico, seeks a seasoned procurement professional to manage the Procure-to-Pay process for indirect materials and lead end-to-end procurement activities using SAP and ERP tools.

You will negotiate with suppliers, analyze costs, prepare RFPs, and oversee contracts while ensuring compliance with company policies. Strong English communication is required, along with a focus on continuous process improvements.

Formación

• University degree in business/engineering/logistics or related field with relevant experience.
• Minimum 3–5+ years in procurement/SAP or ERP environments.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end procurement processes including RFPs and contract oversight.
• Advanced proficiency in English with strong written and verbal communication.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the Procure-to-Pay process for indirect materials.
• Execute procurement processes including RFP prep, supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and PO management.
• Respond to client inquiries regarding orders, changes, or cancellations.
• Sourcing activities to procure goods, materials, and services.

Conocimientos

Procure-to-Pay management

Supplier negotiations

SAP Procurement Software

Contract compliance

Cost analysis

RFP preparation

End-to-end procurement

English proficiency

Communication skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree or higher in Business/Engineering/Logistics

Herramientas

SAP

Oracle

Epicor

PeopleSoft

APEX/PRISM

Descripción del empleo

• Manage the Procure-to-Pay process for indirect materials
• Execute procurement processes, including RFP preparation, supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and purchase order management
• Respond to client inquiries regarding order status, changes, or cancellations
• Manage sourcing activities to procure goods, materials, supplies, and services
• Monitor supplier performance and contract compliance, resolving delays, shortages, or quality issues
• Prepare and analyze price proposals, financial reports, and procurement data
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive cost-effective procurement solutions
• Maintain compliance with company policies and contribute to continuous process improvements

Requirements

• University Degree in Business Administration, International Business, Industrial Engineering, Logistics or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with at least 3 years of experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience with SAP procurement software or similar ERP systems in a supply chain or procurement environment, including Oracle, Epicor, People Soft, APEX or PRISM
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing end-to-end procurement processes, including RFPs, supplier negotiations, and contract oversight
• Advanced proficiency in English
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate fluently and professionally in written and spoken English
• Experience analyzing supplier performance, ensuring contract compliance, and resolving delivery issues
• Experience with SAP procurement functions, MRP, Business Warehouse, or Business Objects
• Familiarity with Lean principles and their application in procurement and supply chain processes
• Knowledge of contractual terms and conditions, with a focus on ensuring compliance

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing the Procure-to-Pay process, including supplier negotiations, contract compliance, and procurement data analysis. Proficient in utilizing SAP procurement software and applying Lean principles to enhance procurement efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Procure-To-Pay Management
• Supplier Negotiations
• SAP Procurement Software
• Contract Compliance
• Cost Analysis

Hard Skills

• Procurement Process Management
• RFP Preparation
• Cost Analysis
• Supplier Performance Analysis
• Contract Oversight

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication Skills
• Fluent English Proficiency

Industry Keywords

• Lean Principles
• Procurement Compliance
• Supply Chain Management
• Indirect Materials
• Supplier Performance Monitoring

Tools & Technologies

• SAP Procurement Software
• ERP Systems
• MRP
• Business Warehouse
• Business Objects