To lead and optimize the end-to-end procurement process across all spend categories that support the operational and strategic needs of our temperature-controlled logistics company. This role goes beyond traditional sourcing; it involves managing the full procurement lifecycle — from purchase order creation to material/service delivery — across diverse domains including IT, office supplies, travel, packaging, telecom, infrastructure, and more.
The ideal candidate will ensure cost efficiency, supplier reliability, and timely procurement of goods and services while leading a small team responsible for day-to-day procurement operations.
Job Purpose
Department leader: Oversee team’s day-to-day activity which entails the full purchasing process from requisition to delivery, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness.
Process
Strategic Procurement Leadership: Develop and implement procurement strategies across all business support categories (e.g., IT, travel, office supplies, packaging, telecom, etc.) in alignment with company goals.
Supplier & Contract Management: Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and manage supplier contracts and relationships to ensure quality, service levels, cost savings, and risk mitigation.
Category Coverage Includes:
IT Equipment & Systems: Laptops, printers, screens, handheld devices, ERP platforms, enterprise tools.
Office Supplies: Paper stock, labels, binders, stationery, etc.
Travel Management: Booking of air travel, accommodations, car rentals, and related services.
Warehouse Infrastructure: Racking, cooling units, temperature monitoring systems.
Packaging Supplies: Cold chain packaging, labels, containers, and specialized packing materials.
Telecom & Utilities: Mobile phone plans, internet services, and IT connectivity tools.
Purchase Lifecycle Oversight:
Oversee the full purchasing process from requisition to delivery, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness.
Team Leadership & Development:
Manage, mentor, and support a team of buyers and procurement specialists, delegating routine tasks while focusing on high-value procurement strategy and process improvement.
Spend Analysis & Reporting:
Monitor procurement KPIs, conduct spend analysis and identify savings opportunities. Prepare regular procurement reports for leadership.
Process Improvement:
Enhance procurement workflows, implement tools and best practices, and promote digitalization and automation where applicable.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
Work closely with Operations, IT, Finance, and other departments to understand and anticipate purchasing needs.
Qualifications & Skills Required
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles, preferably in logistics, distribution, or industrial environment.
Minimum of 3+ years of experience managing a team.
Proven experience managing diverse purchasing categories and multiple stakeholders.
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
Experience with ERP and procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Leadership experience managing a procurement team is a strong plus.
Fluent in English/Spanish (ability to read, write, and verbally communicate in both languages)
Willing to Travel Internationally 5% of the time.
Work Setting
A collaborative work culture with a strong operational focus.
Work is primarily performed in an office environment with regular interaction with teams across multiple international time zones.
While performing the tasks of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer
This role requires regular communication with cross-functional and cross-regional teams. Occasional visits to distribution environments or to vendor sites in the region
The position may also require flexible working hours, including early mornings or late evenings, to accommodate meetings with vendors or teams in other international time zones
Opportunities for growth and innovation in a fast-evolving logistics environment
Work Accommodations:
Hybrid work – 2 days a week
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Paid time off
Parental leave
Prescription drug insurance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance