Procurement Leader

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Position Summary: We are seeking a procurement or administration professional to lead and optimize procurement and supply management, conduct strategic negotiations with suppliers, and manage inventory to ensure competitiveness and profitability. Key Responsibilities: 1. Lead and optimize procurement and supply management 2. Strategic negotiation with suppliers 3. Inventory control and product development Partner company currently recruiting for procurement, international trade, and/or administration professionals with advanced English proficiency and at least five (5) years of experience, preferably in the retail sector, home goods distribution, holding positions such as Procurement Leader. · Mission: Lead and optimize procurement and supply management through strategic supplier negotiation, inventory control, and product development, ensuring competitiveness, profitability, and achievement of the organization’s commercial objectives. · Responsibilities: Establish and manage operational and administrative processes within the procurement department to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Negotiate commercial agreements, pricing, discounts, and terms with suppliers, fostering strategic and profitable medium- to long-term relationships. Ensure product supply and inventory levels, minimizing stockouts and optimizing service levels in coordination with logistics and sales departments. Analyze market trends and define portfolio, pricing, and product development strategies aligned with customer needs and organizational strategy. Supervise the product lifecycle and coordinate development from conception through to commercialization. Continuously evaluate and improve procurement practices, processes, and policies to optimize operations and profitability. Support the sales team in negotiations and sales strategies through efficient supplier and portfolio management. Monitor inventory indicators, margins, quality, and competitiveness to contribute to the organization’s financial stability and growth. · Technical Knowledge: Advanced Excel. Advanced English (reading and writing). · Professional Competencies: Leadership. Emotional intelligence. Strategic and analytical thinking. Decision-making. Strong negotiation skills. Results orientation. Change management. Frustration tolerance. · Salary: $7,000,000 + benefits. Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contract Type: Indefinite-term. Work Location: Bello. -Requirements- Minimum Education: University Degree / Professional Program 3 years of experience Keywords: head, manager, manager, director, chief, lead, leadership, supervisor, shopping, purchases, orders, acquisition, procurement