This role is responsible for ensuring a continuous supply of cost-effective, service-oriented, timely, and responsive solutions within the Marketing & Sales category.
- Procure Marketing & Sales Services : Ensure pricing, capacity, and service levels align with business commitments and sourcing strategies.
Apply a broad range of sourcing tools such as negotiation, e-procurement, stakeholder engagement, and auctions.
Implement Supply Base Strategy : Evaluate and develop suppliers to meet current and future business needs, driving continuous improvement and innovation.Manage Supply Risk : Ensure robust risk management through well-structured contracts and regular monitoring of financial and service KPIs.Initiate corrective actions when necessary.
Stakeholder Relationship Management : Build and maintain strong relationships with Finance and Marketing Managers—and eventually Directors—to support business objectives and foster constructive collaboration.Drive Stakeholder Engagement : Actively engage with internal customers to understand needs and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies.Ensure Compliance : Adhere to all relevant policies, systems, and controls throughout the sourcing process.Provide Market Intelligence : Deliver market and financial insights to support sourcing decisions.Represent the company in external forums to stay informed of industry trends.
Commercial & Ethical Oversight : Manage all commercial, financial, and ethical considerations in collaboration with Marketing & Sales Category Managers.Contract Management : Utilize appropriate contract frameworks to mitigate risks and ensure service coverage.Performance Tracking : Maintain and regularly update key performance indicators (KPIs), including savings, payment terms, and other relevant metrics.Supplier Performance Reviews : Conduct regular performance evaluations for top suppliers to ensure service excellence and continuous improvement.Supplier Collaboration Initiatives : Identify and lead initiatives such as Supplier Finance, Responsible Sourcing, e-invoicing, and operational process optimization.WBachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, Marketing & Sales or a related fieldFluent in Spanish / Portuguese and English (English proficiency is essential, both verbal and written)Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing, preferably within a multinational environmentFamiliarity / Experience with Marketing and Sales is a plusSolid understanding of contract lawProficiency in SAP and Ariba systemsStrong analytical skills with the ability to assess and anticipate the impact of macroeconomic trends on the business environmentResults-oriented mindset; comfortable setting and achieving ambitious targetsDemonstrated business acumenExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsWork with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.#J-18808-Ljbffr