Remote operational site with rotational work requirements.
5+ years strategic sourcing experience
Supplier negotiation and contract management
Erp systems like jd edwards
First Quantum Minerals is seeking a Supervisor for Category Management in Panama, responsible for leading procurement strategies to maximize value and optimize operations. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in strategic sourcing and team leadership, with strong analytical and negotiation skills
Job Summary
The Supervisor of Category Management leads the implementation of sourcing strategies for high-impact strategic categories to maximize total cost of ownership value.
This role requires close collaboration with operational areas to ensure commercial and contracting strategies support business continuity and efficiency.
The position is based at a remote operational site in Panama and involves managing safe preservation activities rather than active mining operations.
Matching Summary
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First Quantum Minerals is seeking a Supervisor for Category Management in Panama, responsible for leading procurement strategies to maximize value and optimize operations. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in strategic sourcing and team leadership, with strong analytical and negotiation skills.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
5+ years strategic sourcing experience
Supplier negotiation and contract management
ERP systems like JD Edwards
Advanced English and fluent Spanish
Industrial or mining environment experience
Nice-to-have
Postgraduate degree in Supply Chain
Team leadership and development skills
Analytical thinking and data orientation
Ability to work in remote rotation schedules
Experience with RFx processes
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or Law
Minimum 5 years in strategic sourcing and contract negotiation
Fluent Spanish and advanced English proficiency
Experience leading teams in complex industrial environments