Latam Strategic Sourcing Manager Mro

Job Description:As a Strategic Sourcing Manager at Mars you will partner closely with the Senior Sourcing Manager and Buyers to drive development & implementation of sub-category buying strategies and co-pilot optimization of resources. You'll manage both regional and global initiatives by leveraging supplier relationships, while also driving standardization and automation. Ownership of sub-category spend on a global basis will be key, as will heavy x-functional collaboration and close partnership with key stakeholders.What are we looking for?3 years of procurement experience.A passion for developing strong relationships with supplier and cross functional stakeholders both domestically and internationally.Bachelors degree at a minimum.What will be your key responsibilities?You will recommend and implement supply base strategy, including assessing and developing suppliers.Benchmarking, leading RFP activity and driving the qualification/implantation of new suppliers.You will also manage supplier governance, including supplier performance auditing.Direct oversight of ($100m) in spend.What can you expect from Mars?Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.