Strategic Sourcing Manager - Capex

• Actively participate in Bunge initiatives and help to implement program/strategy where appropriate.
• Participate on capital project teams in all phases of project development, planning, execution & close-out; Engineer - Procure - Construct.
• Execute on procurement strategies designed to maximize value for equipment, materials and services.
• Negotiate and/or manage various agreements for engineering services, equipment and construction.
• Prepare and analyze bids; develop & implement approved sourcing strategies; make recommendations on supplier selection, use of established Supplier pricing agreements Communicate Bunge procurement programs throughout organization at all times, verbally & in writing (memos, letters, presentations, conference calls, etc.) .
• Track spend to ensure compliance to strategic procurement programs.
• Manage assigned preferred suppliers, measure/monitor performance, and track savings Support plant purchasing departments as required.
• Actively participate as representative on defined Bunge global sourcing initiatives, if required. Develop expertise and maintain on-going knowledge for defined group of indirect materials and services as assigned by management.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or related field.
• 6+ years of indirect purchasing experience with an emphasis on capital procurement and project management / controls.
• PMP Certification a plus.
• Demonstrate ability to drive procurement programs focused on lowering “total cost of ownership”.
• Self-directed with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Experience working with project teams utilizing project management best practices.
• Ability to develop reports to monitor and report suppliers’ savings and performance.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills. Multi-task management experience.
• Experience with ERP system, preferably SAP.

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