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Job Title: Procurement Ingredients Associate Manager Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead the digital transformation of our procurement function. This is a senior leadership role that requires expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier value creation, and process optimization. Responsibilities: Lead the digital transformation of the procurement function by designing, optimizing, and automating end-to-end processes. Drive strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier value creation. Ensure operational efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and strategic alignment with corporate digitalization goals. Act as a key enabler of innovation, compliance, and scalability across procurement operations. Manage a total expenditure of approximately $100 million per year. Oversee more than 20 PMF suppliers and requests for proposals (RFPs). Develop and implement the digital roadmap for the procurement area. Coordinate the adoption of e-sourcing, e-invoicing, and e-contracting platforms. Monitor digitalization and efficiency KPIs. Lead digital transformation projects within procurement. Coordinate with IT, Finance, and suppliers to ensure technological integration. Create dashboards and reports using Power BI or Tableau. Analyze procurement data to support strategic decision-making. Requirements: Degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related fields. Experience in logistics and supply chain operations. Experience in implementing digital transformation tools in supply chain. Fluency in English to negotiate with global teams and suppliers. Experience in procurement, process improvement, or digital transformation. Negotiation skills with extensive knowledge of direct materials (at least 3 years) and process change management. Experience using AI. Budget management. 2+ years of experience in direct purchasing/supply with potential for further advancement within the organization. Ability to identify and capitalize on opportunities to optimize the category. Experience in financial analysis and cost modeling. Experience in sustainable sourcing in agriculture is a plus. Strong collaborative skills: within the organization; with internal customers and suppliers; conflict resolution and teamwork. Preferred certifications: Lean Six Sigma, BPM, RPA Developer, Power Platform. What We Offer: Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs. Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning. Development programs according to Leadership skills. Specialized training according to the role. Learning experiences with internal and external providers. Recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others. Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life. A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle. Benefits for your family, such as Wellness Line, thousands of Agreements and Discounts, Scholarship programs for your children, Aid Plans for different moments of life, among others.