CAPEX Sourcing Specialist

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We are a world leader in the development, manufacture and sale of liquid and powder coatings. Committed to the environment and the safety of our employees.

Looking for an Americas Region Sourcing Capex Specialist

Disposition to travel to USA-LATAM (Visa required)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing capital projects ~$30M, and consolidating MRO suppliers
• Collaborate closely with Business Units, Operations & Engineering, Technology, and project managers to understand Capex project requirements, timeline and budget constrains
• Ensure the procurement process is followed
• Close collaboration with internal stakeholders to determine current and future sourcing needs to make sure purchase(s) are made based on Funds approval
• Negotiate and implement supply agreements to balance quality, service, risk and value.
• Conduct quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with key suppliers to advance company objectives, develop supplier capabilities, address gaps in supplier performance.
• Identify YoY savings opportunities for the categories particularly with identifying and executing “TCO”
• Identify cost-savings opportunities and implement strategies to optimize CAPEX spending while maintaining project quality and timeline
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, favorable payment terms, and adherence to project specifications
• Coordinate with legal to review and finalize contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related field
• 3 or more years' experience in procurement in an industrial company, preferable in a CAPEX focused role
• Fluent spoken and written English. Additional language skills a plus, particularly Portuguese
• Proficient knowledge of the source-to-contract Procurement process
• Experienced in Procurement e-sourcing-tools.
• Proficiency in contract negotiation, vendor management, and communication skills
• Partnering with senior-level leaders and stakeholders in a matrix organization
• Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving capability
• Self-motivated, service-oriented “Can do – Will do” mindset and attitude
• Detail oriented with good organizational and time management skills
• Analytics mindset with the ability to identify cost saving opportunities and drive process improvement
• Ability to travel approx. 20%, including potential international travel