Senior Buyer
Core
Senior Buyer responsible for securing critical raw materials and ensuring supply continuity for the Taste Business Unit across LATAM markets (Argentina, Chile, Colombia).
Role type
Senior Buyer (Procurement/Sourcing)
Builds
Reliable sourcing strategies and supplier networks for food ingredients and raw materials
Domain
Food & Beverage / Flavors & Fragrances / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supplier evaluation and selection, Sourcing strategy development, Contract management, Market research, Stakeholder management, Cross-functional collaboration, Analytical skills, Multi-priority management
Preferred skills
Raw materials procurement experience, Food/ingredients industry knowledge, LATAM regional sourcing experience, Continuous improvement mindset, Cost optimization
Technologies
Procurement systems, Reporting tools
Responsibilities
Lead supplier evaluation and selection based on quality, service, cost, and operational capability; Analyze business requirements to ensure reliable sourcing strategies; Identify and develop alternative suppliers through local market research; Oversee supplier performance, contract implementation, and resolution of operational issues; Partner with demand planning to prevent plant disruptions due to material shortages.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
