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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Director de Compras
Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Director de Compras to lead our procurement department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management, strategic sourcing, and vendor relationship management. As the Director de Compras, you will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives. You will oversee the entire procurement process, from identifying potential suppliers to negotiating contracts and managing supplier performance. Your role will also involve collaborating with other departments to ensure that procurement activities support the overall business strategy. You will need to stay up-to-date with market trends and industry best practices to ensure that the company is getting the best value for its purchases. Additionally, you will be responsible for managing a team of procurement professionals, providing guidance and support to help them achieve their goals. The successful candidate will have excellent leadership and communication skills, as well as a strong analytical mindset. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement procurement strategies.
- Oversee the entire procurement process.
- Identify potential suppliers and negotiate contracts.
- Manage supplier performance and relationships.
- Collaborate with other departments to align procurement activities with business strategy.
- Stay up-to-date with market trends and industry best practices.
- Ensure the company gets the best value for its purchases.
- Manage and mentor a team of procurement professionals.
- Develop and monitor procurement budgets.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Develop and maintain procurement policies and procedures.
- Conduct supplier audits and assessments.
- Resolve any issues or disputes with suppliers.
- Prepare and present procurement reports to senior management.
- Evaluate and implement procurement software and tools.
- Negotiate and manage long-term supplier agreements.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
- Ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
- Proven experience in a leadership role.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
- Knowledge of market trends and industry best practices.
- Experience in developing and implementing procurement strategies.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to manage and mentor a team.
- Experience in budget management.
- Knowledge of procurement policies and procedures.
- Ability to analyze procurement data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Experience in supplier audits and assessments.
- Strong decision-making skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Experience in managing inventory levels.
- Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience in developing and implementing procurement strategies?
- How do you manage supplier relationships and ensure performance?
- What steps do you take to stay updated with market trends and industry best practices?
- Can you provide an example of a successful negotiation you have led?
- How do you handle conflicts or disputes with suppliers?
- What strategies do you use to manage and mentor your team?
- How do you ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations?
- Can you describe a time when you identified a cost-saving opportunity?
- How do you manage procurement budgets?
- What tools or software do you use for procurement management?
- How do you collaborate with other departments to align procurement activities with business strategy?
- Can you describe your experience in conducting supplier audits and assessments?
- How do you ensure timely delivery of goods and services?
- What is your approach to managing inventory levels?
- How do you handle pressure and meet tight deadlines?
- Can you provide an example of a long-term supplier agreement you have managed?
- How do you develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers?
- What is your experience in preparing and presenting procurement reports to senior management?
- How do you ensure that the company gets the best value for its purchases?
- What is your approach to developing and maintaining procurement policies and procedures?
