Procurement Category Manager

hace 3 semanas


San Francisco, Heredia, Costa Rica Kimberly-Clark Corporation A tiempo completo

About Us
Kimberly-Clark is a global leader in the production of consumer and professional products, with iconic brands like Huggies, Kleenex, and Cottonelle. We have been driving innovation and growth for over 150 years, and we are constantly seeking talented professionals to join our team.

About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Procurement Category Manager - Supplier Onboarding Expert to support our Digital Transformation Project. This role will be responsible for onboarding vendors to our new global supplier portal and implementing and maintaining our procurement catalogue for suppliers in the LAO region. The ideal candidate will have experience with supplier portals, such as Taulia or Coupa, and a strong understanding of procurement processes and principles, including sourcing, negotiation, and contract management.

Key Responsibilities
- Confirm and collect supplier contacts with regional and global category managers
- Process new supplier onboarding requests through the supplier portal and perform required risk assessments
- Collaborate with suppliers to enable them into Coupa Supplier Portal and communicate portal requirements and project timeline
- Serve as the supplier point of contact before and after go-live
- Track and report supplier onboarding & content readiness
- Review and process Master Data change requests submitted via the supplier portal or group mailbox
- Support XML transmission mapping for purchase orders and invoices, including troubleshooting of potential issues
- Resolve issues, concerns, or questions related to the new platform, including onboarding queries
- Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to develop supplier hosted & punch-out catalogues
- Manage the procurement catalogue database, including adding new items, updating existing items, and removing obsolete items
- Develop and implement processes and procedures for maintaining the accuracy and completeness of the procurement catalogue
- Analyze data from the procurement catalogue to identify trends and opportunities for cost savings or efficiency improvements
- Assist with the development and implementation of procurement policies and procedures

About You
You will excel at this role if you have a Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of experience in procurement or a related field. You should also have a fluent level of English spoken and written, as well as advanced knowledge of procurement processes and principles. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as you will need to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience and lead presentations or training sessions.

Salary Range
$70,000 - $90,000 per year, depending on location and experience.

Benefits
Kimberly-Clark offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. You will also have access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment. Additionally, you will be eligible for diverse income protection insurance options, flexible savings and spending accounts, and programs to support your education, adoption, relocation, or childcare needs.

Location
This role is based in Prindisa Shared Service Center, with additional locations available.



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