Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking a professional to lead strategic procurement and raw material supply management in an agro-industrial operation.
Key Highlights:
1. Manage and negotiate the strategic procurement of raw materials.
2. Develop long-term relationships with suppliers.
3. Ensure timely availability of raw materials.
**PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY COORDINATOR**
We are seeking a professional to lead strategic procurement and raw material supply management, ensuring availability, quality, cost-efficiency, and continuity of supply for our agro-industrial operation.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
* Manage and negotiate the procurement of raw materials, inputs, and supplies.
* Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop national and international suppliers.
* Negotiate pricing, volumes, commercial terms, and supply contracts.
* Identify new supply sources and alternative suppliers.
* Analyze costs and savings opportunities within assigned categories.
* Ensure timely availability of raw materials for operations.
* Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery compliance.
* Participate in the development of new raw materials, products, and alternative supply options.
* Coordinate with Production, Quality, Logistics, and Commercial departments to ensure supply continuity.
* Propose and implement KPIs and process improvements for procurement and supply activities.
**REQUIREMENTS**
* Degree in Agribusiness, Agro-Industrial Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, International Business, or related fields.
* Minimum 4 years of experience in Procurement, Purchasing, or Supply Management.
* Experience in supplier negotiation and development.
* Experience in agro-industrial companies, food, superfoods, natural ingredients, or organic products.
* Preferred experience working with agricultural suppliers and/or agro-industrial raw materials.
* Preferred knowledge of organic certifications and traceability.
* Intermediate/advanced Excel proficiency.
* ERP system experience preferred.
* Intermediate English proficiency.
**PROFILE WE SEEK**
A strategic procurement professional with strong negotiation skills and results orientation, capable of building long-term supplier relationships while simultaneously ensuring reliable raw material supply for the business.
**EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS**
* Working hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
* Commuting assistance from Benavides (round trip)
* Health insurance (EPS) and/or private health insurance
Application Question(s):
* Do you have experience purchasing agro-industrial raw materials, organic products, or superfoods, and developing agricultural suppliers? Briefly indicate which products and suppliers you managed.
* What is your monthly gross salary expectation for this position?
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)
Work location: On-site employment