Regional Lead, Advance Procurement – Americas

Sulzer; Cuautitlán Izcalli; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days paid time off

Company-paid holidays

401k plan with match

Comprehensive health plan

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid parental leave

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking a Head of Regional Advance Procurement to lead the advanced procurement function for the region and harmonize Global processes. You will support Tendering and Sales, identify bundling opportunities, and develop tools to streamline RFQ, handover, and PO placement.

The role requires engineering or commercial education and at least 7 years in procurement, with bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Experience managing regional teams and cross-cultural collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Diploma in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical) or Commercial field.
• At least 7 years experience in procurement with emphasis on Factored Goods.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Experience leading regional or local teams.
• Cross-functional and cross-cultural management experience.

Responsibilities

• Support Regional Head of Tendering and Sales Team Leads.
• Identify bundling opportunities across project opportunities in the region.
• Engage suppliers early in key projects and coordinate with regional teams.
• Develop tools and SOPs for RFQ, handover and PO placement.
• Drive supplier relationships at key levels and ensure risk mitigation.
• Support tendering and sales for cost reductions.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Regional procurement leadership

Cross-functional management

Supplier engagement

Education

Engineering or Commercial degree

Job description

Sulzer is seeking a Head of Regional Advance Procurement to lead the advanced procurement function for the region and harmonize Global processes. You will support Tendering and Sales, identify bundling opportunities, and develop tools to streamline RFQ, handover, and PO placement.

The role requires engineering or commercial education and at least 7 years in procurement, with bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Experience managing regional teams and cross-cultural collaboration is essential.