Job Description
The Procurement Manager position is in charge of identifying capable external manufacturers, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships. It focuses on cost optimization, quality assurance, and strategic alignment with the company's goals.
Identify and Evaluate External Manufacturers: Conduct thorough market research to identify potential external manufacturers capable of meeting our company's production requirements. Assess their capabilities, quality standards, track records, and compliance with industry regulations.
Vendor Selection and Negotiation: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, legal, and finance, to evaluate potential vendors and select the most suitable external manufacturers. Negotiate contract terms, including pricing, delivery timelines, quality control, and service level agreements, to secure favorable deals for the company.
Supplier Relationship Management: Foster strong, long-term relationships with external manufacturers by providing clear communication, addressing concerns, and facilitating collaboration.
Contract Management: Oversee the preparation, review, and execution of contracts with external manufacturers. Work closely with legal teams to ensure all legal and compliance requirements are met.
Cost Optimization: Continuously analyze procurement processes, market trends, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. Develop strategies to drive efficiency, minimize expenses, and achieve cost optimization goals.
Supply Chain Management: Collaborate closely with the supply chain team to align procurement activities with production schedules, inventory management, and demand forecasts.
Quality Assurance: Collaborate with quality assurance teams to define and enforce quality control standards for procured goods and services. Monitor and evaluate external manufacture.
Knowledge & Experience
+5 years of experience in Procurement and Supply Chain with +2 years working with a focus on external manufacturer contracting.
Graduated in industrial engineering, business administration or any related.
Proven experience in category management, strategic sourcing, and supplier negotiations.
Strong contract management skills, including supplier performance evaluation and cost optimization.
Hybrid workplace model.
Location(s)
Santiago, Chile
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
What the Team is Saying
What We Do
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage.
With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every table we touch.
We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet.
We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
Why Work With Us
We believe that great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
Operating in over 20 global markets, across 9 functions, no matter your career goals, we have a seat at the table for you.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today’s workplace. A majority of our office-based employees will be able to work remotely for up to two days each week.
