About the roleDefine and execute the PCR Latam strategy for the region (9 countries) considering domestic and imported sources. Support the PET Regional Director with the Spot Desk strategy to ensure competitiveness and maximize Buy-Sell alignment. Suggest solutions for process improvements and drive process efficiency which have a direct impact on brother supply chain. Oversee end-to-end purchasing process and "liaison" cross-functional collaboration to positively influence delivery in full on spec.Key Job AccountabilitiesPurchasing Supply Plan & Management Define and execute PET spot desk strategy for importing countriesDrive and oversee new "drop shipment" modelDefine and execute PCR sourcing strategy definition and executionPCR category contract negotiationOperational/Supply risk assessment and mitigation planningOversee DIFOTIS for all importsSRM and development of global suppliers for PCRSupplier scorecard and KPI definition/developmentLaunch monthly RFQ / Spot desk for Import countries Manage Spot desk baseline for YoY improvementsVin resolution with closure/sustainable corrective action planResponsible for PCR P+ target Support ARP StrategyManage new supplier qualifications for alternative materials driving business strategyResponsible for buy side accounting, vendor payment terms, supplier financing administrationLiaison drives cross-functional collaboration throughout entire end-to-end supply chainIdentify synergies and cross-functional BG collaboration to influence PCR strategic growthSupport P+ initiatives to deliver target savings for PET and Logistic categories ReportingManage MPV Accounting, Forecasting, and ReportingManage WC Forecasting and ReportingResponsible for Monthly import records and market intelligence in Power BIReviews monthly LATAM brief Manage import shipping schedules for SC visibilityProvide market intelligence and index reports to internal customersIssuance GSTT- P+ projects Continuous Improvement Lead/support new projects driving process efficienciesPurchasing processInvoicing processPackaging and safety guidelines Database "Sharepoint"Define/develop manuals of current processProcurement FinanceSupport Cash Flow Management "Defferals" as neededSupport Buy/Sell alignment business strategyManage supplier Citi financing onboardingQualifications/RequirementsEducation: Bachelor's Degree Finance, Business administration, Industrial engineerMaster's degree preferredMinimum of 7 years of experience within the resins industry and commodities purchasing. Proven experience working in Latin America, global providersGreen Belt Six Sigma certified desirableExperience managing a spend budget of $ 50 million USD for direct materials.Extensive experience in plastic resins (Rigids or Flexibles) and commodity providersStrong interpersonal skills required to communicate technical information and to complete project assignments. Proven experience performing financial analysis and understanding complex reports#LI-onsite