Strategic Global Procurement & Logistics Lead

BlackBerry Inc.; Vega Alta (PR); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking an experienced procurement leader to drive purchasing and logistics strategies in the US region. The role emphasizes local sourcing, cost optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with the Procurement Manager and divisions.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years of progressive experience, SAP proficiency, and fluent English/Spanish communication to support enterprise-wide supply chain excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration or similar.
• Senior-level: 15+ years of progressive experience.
• Procurement strategies and purchasing processes.
• Proficient in SAP.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Fluent in English and Spanish, with strong communication skills across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Executes purchasing and logistics strategies to support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products.
• Designs and implements plans and effective strategies for local sourcing of products/materials to reach business targets.
• Supports the Procurement Manager in implementing effective local sourcing strategies in line with business strategy to meet current and future business requirements.
• Supports alignment between local procurement activities and division strategy.
• Applies and implements procurement standards, tools, and processes in their own area of responsibility to secure quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.
• Tracks internal and supplier performance KPIs, quality issues, and implements related development actions.
• Executes and implements new changes related to purchasing and logistics within their own area of responsibility.
• Delivers and participates in training programs as required to ensure compliance and foster professional development.
• Ensures effective and transparent communication internally, externally, and between different units and centers.

Job description

ABB is seeking an experienced procurement leader to drive purchasing and logistics strategies in the US region. The role emphasizes local sourcing, cost optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with the Procurement Manager and divisions.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years of progressive experience, SAP proficiency, and fluent English/Spanish communication to support enterprise-wide supply chain excellence.