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Solenis is seeking a Procurement Manager for its Lapa, SP location, responsible for leading direct material procurement in the LATAM region. The role focuses on achieving cost reduction, building supplier relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
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Job Summary
This senior role is responsible for leading direct material procurement within the LATAM region to achieve cost reduction and cash flow targets.
The successful candidate will lead a team of 3-4 direct reports while acting as a Global Category Lead for specific materials across North America, Europe, Middle East, and Asia.
Solenis is a global leader in chemical specialties focused on providing sustainable solutions for water-intensive sectors including industrial, food and beverage, and pool markets.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Solenis is seeking a Procurement Manager for its Lapa, SP location, responsible for leading direct material procurement in the LATAM region. The role focuses on achieving cost reduction, building supplier relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Fluent in English and native Portuguese
3-5 years management experience in sourcing
Experience with SAP and e-procurement tools
Leading direct reports in LATAM region
Developing global category strategies
Nice-to-have
Good Spanish language skills
Strong negotiation and project management
Ability to work in matrix environment
Hands-on problem-solving mentality
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Key Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or Chemistry