Lead Strategic Sourcing Spec
Empresa: Solstice Advanced Materials, Tipo de empleo: Tiempo completo, Monterrey, Mexico
Descripción del trabajo - Lead Strategic Sourcing Spec
The Strategic Sourcing Manager – Corporate Services is responsible for establishing and driving procurement strategies across key corporate categories including HR, Travel, Finance, Marketing, and Communications. This role partners closely with business leadership to align sourcing initiatives with the Annual Operating Plan and Strategic Plan. You will lead category strategies to optimize total cost of ownership, improve working capital, enhance supplier performance, and ensure supply continuity. The role requires managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Strategy & Planning
Develop and execute category strategies aligned with Annual Operating Plans and long-term business objectives
Drive sourcing strategies that support business growth, innovation, and new program introductions
Lead category planning through spend analysis, benchmarking, and market intelligence
Category Management (Corporate Services)
Manage procurement across:
HR services (recruitment, benefits, training)
Travel & expense (TMCs, airlines, hotels)
Finance services (consulting, audit, outsourcing)
Marketing (agencies, media, digital services)
Communications (PR, branding, internal comms)
Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and cost structures to identify value opportunities
Supplier Management
Lead supplier selection, RFIs/RFQs, negotiations, and contract execution
Build strong relationships with key supplier leadership teams
Monitor and manage supplier performance to ensure quality, cost, and service delivery
Cost & Working Capital Optimization
Drive cost reduction initiatives and achieve lowest total cost of ownership
Improve working capital through:




Payment term negotiations
Payment cycle optimization
Demand and contract optimization
Identify and eliminate sole/single-source risks
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with HR, Finance, Marketing, Communications, Legal, and Operations teams
Ensure alignment with internal stakeholders and business priorities
Support site-level and enterprise-wide procurement initiatives
Operations & Compliance
Support procurement escalations, reporting, and reconciliation activities
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements (including import/export where applicable)
Drive continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma principles
Qualifications
YOU MUST HAVE
Bachelor's Degree
4+ years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing
Proficiency in English
WE VALUE
Experience sourcing corporate services (HR, Travel, Marketing, Finance, Communications)
Experience working in cross-functional or site-based teams
Project management and/or contract management experience
Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, PMP, CSCP, Six Sigma)
Strong business and financial acumen
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP), eSourcing tools, and procurement platforms
Experience leading supplier negotiations and managing complex contracts
Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Master's Degree (MBA or related field preferred)
Key Competencies
Strategic thinking and execution
Negotiation and influencing skills
Stakeholder management
Analytical and financial skills
Supplier relationship management
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Sobre la empresa
Solstice Advanced Materials
About Solstice Advanced Materials Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading integral specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing,...
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📌 Lead Strategic Sourcing Spec (Sonora)
🏢 Solstice Advanced Materials
📍 Sonora