Your tasks
The "Manager Processes & Systems Region Americas" drives, coordinates and executes purchasing process and system-related topics in region Americas for both production material and non-production material purchasing.
The core responsibility is to ensure transparency and efficiency of purchasing processes and accuracy and consistency of purchasing data in the region.
The position acts according to the global Purchasing Processes & Systems strategy and drives the global standardization in the region.
The "Manager Processes & Systems Region Americas" coordinates and supports risk management and internal control activities as well as reporting requirements in the region, gives advice to Purchasing Management in terms of processes, systems and rule-related matters.
The Job Owner acts as a consultant in internal and external audits for the Purchasing function and coordinate self-assessments in purchasing teams and drives and implement mitigation measures.
Takes over the project leader role for regional purchasing projects or for global initiatives and actively participates in global projects and bring in the regional perspective to ensure that global projects cover regional requirements.
**Profile**:
- Academic degree in business, engineering, economics or IT
- Professional experience in purchasing or knowledge / experience in strategic and operative purchasing processes
- Required experience in Project Management, Process Definition and Implementation and Teamwork skills
- Preferred minimum 5 years' experience leading remote teams
- Required experience in managing global projects with a cross-functional team.
- Knowledge in dealing with other cultures and in global cooperation.
- Experience abroad is an advantage
- Required Expert English; Portuguese and Spanish skills are a plus
- Experience with SAP R/3, SRM and related ERP system
- Analytical Skill
- Knowledge of Compliance Standards and Rules
**Offer**:
Hybrid Model
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About us
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods.
Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation.
In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.
**Keyfacts**:
Job ID
**REF80028I**
Location
**Jundiaí**
Leadership level
**Leading People**
Job flexibility
**Hybrid Job**
- Legal Entity
**Continental do Brasil Produtos Automotivos Ltda.