North America Logistics Strategic Buyer

​​Ontex is a leading international provider of disposable personal hygiene solutions for all generations. With a global team of around 7,500 employees, we develop, produce and distribute in about 100 countries through leading retailers and healthcare providers. Ontex was founded in Belgium in 1979 and is listed on Euronext Brussels.

To reinforce our Procurement team we are looking for a North America Logistics Strategic Buyer.

Job Purpose:

The NA Logistic Strategic Buyer role is a newly created position designed to ensure the efficient and cost-effective procurement of Services (Logistics, HR, investment, facilities, etc).  This role encompasses conducting annual tenders, shaping procurement strategies, negotiating and implementing new contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring that the best strategies are in place in terms of cost and service levels.

Job Scope:

The NA Logistic Strategic Buyer role at Ontex is focused on conducting bids and procurement strategies for logistics services, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring cost-efficient operations for the Tijuana and Stokesdale plants. The role involves collaboration with various departments and overseeing the procurement process to meet the company's logistics needs.

This includes managing a significant pool of service vendors for the Tijuana and Stokesdale plants, covering logistics services such as transportation (inbound and outbound), warehousing, 3PL, brokerage, and distribution, as well as other major service contracts.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies: Create and execute procurement strategies for key services to ensure cost savings and efficiency. Each category will require a tailored approach.
• Lead annual bids and build business cases: Conduct annual bids for logistic services (transportation, broker, distribution). Develop business cases with the most efficient solutions for each category, identifying opportunities for savings and cost optimization. Support the Ontex team in making the best decisions for the business and securing top-notch services.
• Negotiate and implement contracts: Engage with suppliers to negotiate and finalize contracts, ensuring the best terms and conditions.
• Assess risk management: Evaluate and manage risks for key categories to prevent disruptions.
• Monitor supplier performance: Oversee supplier performance and address any issues that arise promptly.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders: Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure they are met effectively.
• Manage the procurement process: Oversee the procurement process, adhering to the Delegation of Authority (DOA) and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures

Soft Skill Requirements

• Analytical and problem-solving skills: develop innovative solutions and tackle complex situations through analytical, interpretative, evaluative, creative, and innovative thinking
• Teamwork and collaboration: The role involves close stakeholder interaction and working closely with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure they are met effectively.
• Adaptability: must be able to quickly and easily adjust to new situations and actively seek ways to make changes work
• Communication and interpersonal skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for negotiating and finalizing contracts, as well as managing supplier relationships.
• Organizational and project management skills: oversee the procurement process and ensure timely delivery of goods and services
• Attention to detail: Commitment to accuracy
• Accountability: responsible for the process and results, feel ownership
• Ownership of change initiatives: Actively seeking ways to make changes work.
• Attention to detail: Commitment to accuracy.

Technical Skills Required

• At least 5 years of experience in Global or Local Strategic Sourcing, managing logistics category.
• Fluency in Spanish.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SAP, and strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices.
• Experience in vendor management and supplier relationship management.

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Interested in your next step at Ontex? Do not hesitate to apply!