Procurement Indirect Specialist / Buyer

Job DescriptionThe Procurement Indirect Specialist for Hispanic Countries will lead the procurement of indirect goods and services across key categories—Marketing, Trade Marketing, Leases & Rentals, People, and Legal—within the Hispanic Countries region in Latin America. This role ensures compliance with company policies and procedures while driving cost efficiencies, process optimization, and securing the best commercial conditions for the business.The role holds strategic and financial ownership of these categories and builds strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support Kraft Heinz business objectives in the region.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the end-to-end procurement process for indirect categories (Marketing, Trade Marketing, Leases & Rentals, People, and Legal) across the Hispanic Countries region.Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with Kraft Heinz’s business objectives and regional goals.Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., Marketing, Legal, and other departments) to define service needs and align sourcing strategies with business <goals.Build> and manage relationships with strategic suppliers, ensuring performance, compliance with company standards, and alignment with business needs.Optimize procurement processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels across categories.Negotiate contracts and commercial agreements to secure the best terms and <conditions.Support> all markets in the region to implement optimal footprint solutions, focusing on service levels and cost efficiency with strategic suppliers.Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and ethical sourcing principles.Lead business review meetings with strategic suppliers, covering performance, economic topics, and continuous improvement <agendas.Drive> continuous improvement initiatives and innovation in category management.Manage suppliers’ master data to support supply security and service level objectives.Key Accountabilities (How success is measured)Ensure compliance with Purchasing process policies (20%)Measurement: # of Suppliers and Categories under Strategic Category MethodologyDefine service needs with internal customers and select best supplier per KH Global policies (20%)Measurement: # of Suppliers under Strategic Sourcing Methodology + benefit generated to Kraft Heinz Hispanics P&LSupplier market trends / industry analysis to map improvement opportunities (10%)Measurement: % of Savings for AOP; Increment in Payment Terms Days; Cash Conversion BenefitNegotiate commercial conditions aligned with company goals (10%)Measurement: % of Savings for AOP; Increment in Payment Terms Days; Cash Conversion BenefitSupplier selection with stakeholders to meet technical requirements (10%)Measurement: % of Savings for AOP; Increment in Payment Terms Days; Cash Conversion BenefitLead contracting process with suppliers in partnership with Legal (10%)Measurement: % contractsLead savings initiatives across categories under scope (10%)Measurement: % of Savings for AOP; Increment in Payment Terms Days; Cash Conversion BenefitManage supplier master data (10%)Measurement: Supply security; Service LevelKPIs (Dimensions of the role)FinancialVLC Cost CMA IncreasingCash Conversion (Payment Terms/WAPT)Non-FinancialSupplier data base reductionPotentialize Supplier RelationshipCompetitive AdvantageESG BenefitsIndirect TransformationKey RelationshipsInternal: Marketing, Trade Marketing, Operations, People, Legal, R&DExternal: Suppliers, Key Accounts, Strategic Suppliers, Regular and spot local suppliers; forums, events and workshopsRequirements (Skills & Experience)+3 years of experience in Procurement, with a focus on indirect categoriesBachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related fieldExperience in FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) or a multinational environment (highly preferred)Strong negotiation and contract management skillsIntermediate EnglishAdvanced ExcelKnowledge of SAP Ariba (plus)Behavioral CompetenciesGood communication at different levelsDynamic and analytical profileStrong interpersonal skills and strategic approachAbility to execute in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and challenging deadlinesResilient, process-oriented, strong analytical and creative problem-solving capabilitiesAbility to multitask across projects of varying complexityDemonstrated ability to develop relationships and influence key decision makers internally and externally, regionally and globallyLocation(s)San Jose, Costa Rica Local Office Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.