Senior Procurement Specialist

About the role

The Senior Procurement Specialist will lead end‑to‑end purchasing activities for a leading packaging manufacturer. Based on‑site in Guayaquil, this full‑time position ensures that materials are sourced efficiently, cost‑effectively, and in line with quality and delivery standards.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers to meet material, cost, and timing requirements.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service‑level agreements while maintaining strong vendor relationships.
• Issue, track, and manage purchase orders in coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Monitor inventory levels, resolve supply disruptions, and drive continuous improvement of procurement processes.
• Analyze market trends and procurement data to uncover cost‑saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and collaborate with operations, production, and finance teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of procurement or supply‑chain experience, preferably in manufacturing or packaging.
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiation.
• Strong analytical abilities for cost analysis and market research.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency with ERP or procurement systems, specifically Odoo.
• Advanced use of MS Office tools for reporting and analysis.