Propose and implement improvements to Purchasing and Logistics processes, ensuring adherence to corporate policies and governance best practices.
Work in partnership with the Compliance team to ensure process compliance and provide support during audits (SOX, internal audits and ISO certifications).
Participate in the preparation of FAEs (Strategic Approval Forms) related to improvement initiatives and monitor the results and gains achieved.
Support internal stakeholders in applying purchasing policies and procedures, promoting alignment and best practices.
Act as a technical reference for the team, providing guidance, training and developing onboarding materials.
Identify risks and weaknesses in processes, proposing improvement and mitigation actions.
Manage and monitor critical accesses and transactions in department systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Lecom).
Periodically review policies and documents related to purchasing, logistics and supplier registration.
Monitor the supplier base with a focus on risk management and supply continuity.
Support the development and implementation of contracting strategies using Strategic Sourcing methodology.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or related fields.
Postgraduate qualification or specialization in the area is preferred.
Experience in procurement, supply chain or related areas.
Experience with process governance, internal controls, risk management and audit support.
Experience in continuous process improvement, KPI analysis and preparation of management reports.
Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with ERPs used in procurement processes.
Knowledge of SAP ECC and SAP Ariba.
Experience with Strategic Sourcing.
Administration and customization of templates in Ariba (SLP, Strategic Sourcing, Contracts and Buying).
Knowledge of agile methodologies applied to process management.