Head of Procurement – LATAM

About the role

The Head of Procurement for LATAM will design and execute sourcing strategies that drive productivity, cost savings, and sustainability across the region. Reporting to regional leadership, this senior role partners with global procurement and business units to align sourcing initiatives with overall corporate objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and lead LATAM productivity initiatives across multiple sites.
• Act as the primary interface between regional business units and Global Procurement, ensuring value maximization.
• Coordinate cost‑improvement projects, manage supplier selection, and negotiate high‑impact contracts.
• Collaborate with Category Leaders to create sourcing strategies that leverage economies of scale.
• Support strategic initiatives such as make/buy analysis, M&A integration, and VAVE projects.
• Mentor and develop procurement talent, fostering a diverse, high‑performing team.
• Provide regular tactical and strategic updates to the LATAM Leadership Team.
• Build and maintain key partner relationships to enhance profitability, resilience, and sustainability.

Required profile

• Proven senior procurement or sourcing experience within a multinational environment.
• Strong track record of leading regional sourcing initiatives and delivering measurable cost savings.
• Excellent negotiation skills and ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Experience coaching and developing procurement professionals.
• Fluency in English; additional language skills for LATAM markets are a plus.

Required skills