Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:
What we do
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.
Who We Are
Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact 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:
Sr Director Global Category LeaderLocation:
Latin America, Colombia, Distrito Capital de Bogota, BogotaWork Location:
HybridWhat you will do
The Buyer is responsible for
- The development of strategic sourcing plans to improve competitive position to achieve business goals
- Collaboration with business stakeholders and category managers in the establishment and execution of sourcing strategies
- Continuous improvement in the relationship with suppliers
Key Responsibilities:
- Works with business and other supportive functions to fully understand business needs and search / develop / select reliable suppliers to deliver on those needs.
- Analyze, understand and interpret market dynamics and drivers, supplier capacity and constrains, quantity leverage, regional regulations and best sourcing practices
- Sources and runs competitive bidding process for designated spend areas inline with the Global / Regional Strategy for a given category or area of spend
- In charge of low to medium complex negotiations in line with category strategy
- Effectively utilizes procurement processes and procedures to achieve procurement functional goals and corporate governance requirements, whilst delivering business needs
- Identifies repetitive buys as candidates for frame contracts and/or catalogues. Directs country requisitions to frame contracts and/or catalogues where available.
- Delivers individual annual savings targets.
- Establishes good working relationship with functional stakeholders.
- Ensures that all relevant contractual documentation is handled as per the defined Contract Management Process
- Identifies non added value processes or administrative work and suggest improvements
- Works with operations, supply chain, quality and other functions to ensure suppliers deliver high performance levels
What We Are Looking For
Required Qualifications:
- The candidate must have a University Degree in a Major Discipline (ie. Engineering, Business, Economics, Law,)
- The candidate must be fluent, both written and speaking, in English
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.
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