Description
Kenvue is currently recruiting for:
**Sourcing Specialist, Procurement Rigid Packaging **in Latin America**
**Who we are**
At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made by 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours.
**Role reports to**: Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager
**Location**: Kenvue Service Hub. Preferred Service Hub: São Jose dos Campos, Brazil or Bogota, Colombia
**Travel %: 20%**
**What you will do**
The Buyer III Procurement, Rigid Packaging in Latin America is responsible for developing and implementing sourcing policies and plans, identifying competitive sources for rigid packaging, analyzing costs, leading the bidding and supplier selection process, negotiating contracts, and refining the supplier relationship management program to achieve business goals. As this position, you will also measure and track performance in Rigid Packaging subcategories and work closely with relevant departments to ensure delivery of cost, quality, service, and innovation demanded by the company and its customers:
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for rigid packaging in Latin America that meet business OKRs, quality and regulatory compliance needs
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets are met
- Lead the bidding, supplier selection process, as well as lead all contract negotiations and contract finalization
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and market conditions to identify potential risks and opportunities
- Locate, research, evaluate, select and develop potential sources of materials
**Qualifications**:
**What we are looking for**
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement or packaging engineering and demonstrated ability in Procurement Strategic Sourcing function
- Bachelor's degree in business, or equivalent experience
- Proven track record of driving benefits and process improvements in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Strong commercial and contract negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Proven ability to lead and execute projects and achieve business goals
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience in locating, researching, evaluating, selecting and developing potential sources of materials or services
- Fluent in English & Portuguese - high usage of the language in daily activities
- Advanced negotiation and communication skills
Desired Qualifications
- Consulting
- Expertise in Rigid packaging
- Advanced Spanish is a plus
This position will be based on São José dos Campos, Brazil or Bogotá Colombia, working 2 days from the office and 3 days home office.
**What’s In It For You**
- Competitive Benefit Package
- Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Employee Resource Groups
- This list could vary based on location/region
Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Primary Location Latin America-Brazil-São Paulo-São José dos Campos
Other Locations Latin America-Colombia-Distrito Capital de Bogotá-Bogotá
Job Function Procurement