Position Title:  Lead Procurement Account

Be a part of a revolutionary change

At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally redefining our business, and building our future on smoke-free products with the power to deliver a smoke-free future.

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly new directions.

The Operations function, thanks to its global scale and drive for innovation, is playing a meaningful role in PMI’s business transformation. Our mission is to produce and deliver products to our markets and into the hands of our consumers in a sustainable way. Operations is at the center of a powerful triangle of deep consumer connection, product innovation and executional excellence.

Our people are passionate, determined, and innovative. From procurement, to manufacturing and throughout our supply chain, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to leave your mark in this transformational journey to deliver better, smoke-free alternatives to millions of adult smokers around the world

Your day to day

• Manage internal & external stakeholders to identify key business priorities, translate the business ambition into procurement strategies and actions, define category execution plans and take accountability on execution
• Develop and deploy long-range strategies and plans for category’s optimization (e.g., supply base extension / consolidation, make or buy, portfolio optimization, etc.) to ensure optimal conditions for the company in terms of supply security, quality and cost.
• Identify, assess, negotiate with and recommend vendors based on a thorough analysis of current and projected needs as well as component market trends. Investigate all possible sourcing options, short list the best scenarios and secure sustainable value for the company.
• Manage negotiation of contracts working with the respective business owners, legal and finance team and suppliers to mitigate risk and secure best in class commercial agreements
• Manage and optimize spend with external suppliers, generating impact on Cost, Cash, Agility & Resilience and Sustainability. Establish price forecasts for OB and RF budget cycles in assigned categories to support affiliate and finance.
• Develop and manage supplier relations by evaluating performance, mitigating risk, creating productivity plans and tapping into external innovation.
• Deploy relevant risk management, sustainability and innovation related strategic programs

Who we are looking for

• University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Trade or equivalent.
• Diploma from a recognized Procurement Institute is an asset.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in Procurement role(s) within category management, business partnering / key account management, strategic sourcing, governance and planning, with exposure to a multinational environment, preferably within an FMCG company.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, effective delegation and leading cross-functional teams
• Strong analytics, data driven decision making, leading change and negotiation skills.
• Fluent spoken and written English and Spanish is a must.
• A person sharing the values of PMI DNA: We Care, We are Better Together and We are Game Changer

What we offer

Our success depends on the people who come to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. Join PMI and you too can:

• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to do things differently, experiment and explore.

• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.

• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.

• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: to create a smoke free future