Procurement Expert for Supplier Relationship Management

hace 3 semanas


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

**About Us**

Kimberly-Clark Corporation is a leading global consumer goods company with a diverse portfolio of iconic brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Cottonelle, and Scott. Our products are used by millions of people every day.

At Kimberly-Clark, we're committed to driving innovation, growth, and impact. We believe in the importance of sustainability, inclusion, and career development, and we're always looking for talented professionals like you to join our team.

**Job Summary**

We're seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to lead our supplier relationship management efforts in the LAO region. As a key member of our procurement team, you'll be responsible for onboarding vendors to our global supplier portal, implementing and maintaining our procurement catalogue, and collaborating with suppliers to enable them into Coupa.

The ideal candidate will have advanced knowledge of procurement processes and principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead presentations or training sessions. A bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of experience in procurement or a related field are required. Experience with supplier portals (Taulia or Coupa) and fluency in English are essential.

**Responsibilities**

* Confirm and collect supplier contacts with regional and global category managers.
* Process new supplier onboarding requests through the supplier portal and perform risk assessments.
* Collaborate with suppliers to enable them into Coupa and communicate portal requirements and project timelines.
* 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 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.

**Benefits**

We offer a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience, plus comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage options, flexible savings and spending accounts, diverse income protection insurance options, and additional programs for education, adoption, relocation, and temporary childcare.

**What We Offer**

* Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid remote work options
* Opportunities for professional growth and development
* A collaborative and inclusive work environment
* Competitive compensation and benefits package



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