Senior Associate, Direct Materials Procurement

About the role

The Senior Associate will lead the procurement of direct materials, ensuring a reliable and uninterrupted supply that meets PMI requirements and market dynamics. The role focuses on implementing global category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost‑efficiency, sustainability and responsible sourcing.

Key responsibilities

• Implement global and regional DIM category strategies and optimal sourcing models aligned with business needs, market trends and total cost of ownership.
• Manage suppliers from onboarding and qualification through performance monitoring, establishing governance models and KPIs for quality, capacity, sustainability and compliance.
• Proactively assess supply continuity risks, develop business continuity plans for critical materials and ensure readiness for activation.
• Lead contract negotiations, monitor execution and drive pricing and productivity initiatives across regional and global categories.
• Continuously optimize sourcing models, systems and processes to increase efficiency, reduce costs and improve value delivery.
• Support sustainability programs by embedding responsible sourcing principles and collaborating effectively with suppliers.

Required profile

• University degree in Economics, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, category management, supplier relationship management and negotiations.
• Upper‑intermediate English proficiency with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced data‑analysis and negotiation abilities.

Required skills

• SAP
• Microsoft Excel