Supply Svcs Procurement Specialist

Colgate-Palmolive Company; San José Iturbide; Presencial; MXN 600,000 - 800,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global consumer products company is seeking a Supply Services Procurement Specialist in San José Iturbide, Guanajuato. This role involves leading sourcing strategies, optimizing spend, and enhancing supplier performance through KPIs and best procurement practices. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years in Procurement. Strong negotiation skills and strategic sourcing knowledge are essential. Work location is on-site in Mexico, with no relocation assistance offered.

Formación

• 3+ years of experience in Procurement and/or Supply Chain.
• Solid knowledge of contracting, Incoterms, and risk analysis.

Responsabilidades

• Build and execute category strategies to meet procurement goals.
• Define and track KPIs to elevate supplier service.
• Lead contract execution and lifecycle management.

Conocimientos

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Strategic sourcing

Excel proficiency

Intermediate–advanced English

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Herramientas

SAP

Ariba

Google Workspace

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

About the role

We’re looking for a Supply Services Procurement Specialist to lead sourcing strategy and execution for our supply services categories. In this role, you’ll drive value, innovation, sustainability, and growth while partnering closely with key stakeholders. You’ll shape category strategies, optimize spend, strengthen supplier performance, and ensure best-in-class procurement practices.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute category strategies to meet procurement goals.
• Lead strategic and tactical sourcing initiatives; simplify and optimize spend.
• Define and track KPIs to elevate supplier service and unlock value through SRM programs.
• Lead contract execution and lifecycle management; ensure compliance with procurement processes.
• Conduct market intelligence and risk assessments; implement mitigation plans.
• Apply best practices in spend analysis, TCO, and strategic procurement.
• Partner early and often with cross-functional teams to accelerate decision‑making.
• Collaborate with LATAM / Global teams to align processes and share best practices.
• Maximize the use of Ariba (SAP) and related systems to drive efficiency.
• Support finance in budget planning and performance tracking.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, International Trade, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Procurement and / or Supply Chain.
• Solid knowledge of strategic sourcing, contracting, Incoterms, TCO, and risk analysis.
• Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and financial analysis skills.
• Proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets; experience with Google Workspace and MS Office.
• Intermediate–advanced English.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with industrial equipment, packaging / process lines, automation, or utilities.
• Hands‑on experience with SAP, Ariba, and project management tools.
• CAPEX project management experience.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

• No Relocation Assistance Offered

• Job Number#170536 - San Jose Iturbide, Guanajuato, Mexico

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