Sr Procurement Buyer, Indirect (Maintenance equipment)

The Hershey Company; Monterrey; Presencial; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global confectionery company is seeking a Sr Procurement Buyer to lead sourcing strategies and supplier management in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of business experience, including 2 years in procurement, along with strong negotiation and communication skills. This role requires collaboration with various departments to ensure compliance with procurement policies and maintain supplier relationships.

Formación

• 3+ years progressive business experience with 2+ years in procurement.
• Experience sourcing for the food industry is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the development and management of sourcing plans.
• Manage relationships with suppliers to ensure compliance.
• Implement procurement policies and ensure ethical practices.

Conocimientos

Procurement expertise

Strong negotiation skills

Supplier management

Business judgment

Problem solving

Collaboration

Communication

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, supply chain

Descripción del empleo

Position Title: Sr Procurement Buyer, Indirect (Maintenance equipment)
Location: Monterrey, Nuevo Leon. Escobedo Plant
Advanced English

Summary:
Sr Indirect Procurement Buyer will collaborate with various Professionals of Mexico plants, including, but not limited to Engineering, Manufacturing, Facilitie IS, Human Resources, Finance, and Legal to lead the development and execution of procurement strategies that drive improved business capabilities, provide best cost options, and control contract risk. The successful candidate for this position will have the skills and capabilities to build category strategies, lead sourcing events, negotiate with suppliers, and lead cross-functional sourcing teams.
Communicate appropriate information to management. Job is performed with minimum supervision.

Summary of major duties:
40%
MAINTENANCE MATERIAL PROCUREMENT
Lead the development and management of sourcing plans to proactively identify sourcing needs in support of business needs. Lead sourcing events and negotiations to achieve cost savings and cost avoidance targets, including large Request for Proposal (RFP) and other competitive bidding events including conducting due diligence on suppliers, contacting suppliers to communicate requirements, evaluating, optimizing, and negotiating received bids and summarizing findings with the Business Owner. Utilize spend analytics to identify areas of sourcing/savings opportunity in assigned categories.

40%
SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT
Managing, assessing and evaluating suppliers and provide periodical supplier performance report. Working alongside Business Owners to manage the supplier relationships to ensure service levels and contractual obligations are met.
Develop and maintain Master Service Agreements (MSA’s), other contracts, and a list of preferred suppliers.

20%
POLICY & PROCEDURE IMPLEMENTATION
Ensure all purchases are conducted in compliance with Hershey Global Procurement Policy with proper documentation, processes and meet company systems requirements.
Ensure the practice of the Hershey’s Code of Ethical Business Conduct.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform major duties/responsibilities:

• Strong personal ands professional values, impeccable integrity and the energy level and stamina required to meet the demands of the position. Possesses a self-starter mindset.
• Strong, demonstrated skills and expertise in procurement and/or supply chain management.
• Proven sourcing skills and expertise, and strong negotiation skills
• Experience evaluating supplier bids and conducting contract negotiations
• Ability to collaborate with internal departments, seek common ground and establish alignment on common goals.
• Strong written and verbal skills with demonstrated experience communicating with business stakeholders and suppliers
• Problem solving and the ability to exercise good business judgment in a fast-paced working environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to prioritize in an ever-changing environment.
• Strong financial and business mindset
• Willingness and ability to learn at a challenging pace and in a changing environment.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, supply chain, or equivalent.

Experience:
Minimum 3+ years progressive business experience with 2+ years in broad and deep procurement experience, experience of sourcing for food industry is preferred
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