Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our general team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.About the roleThe Procurement Supervisor Americas is responsible for leading all procurement and strategic sourcing activities across MTCS Americas. The role develops and executes sourcing strategies, manages supplier relationships, negotiates commercial agreements, ensures material availability, drives cost competitiveness, and supports operational excellence across manufacturing, projects, services, and regional operations.The position works closely with Operations, Engineering, Project Management, Sales, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure reliable supply, risk mitigation, and achievement of business objectives while maintaining compliance with Sulzer policies and ethical sourcing standards.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Sourcing & ProcurementDevelop and execute procurement strategies for direct materials, indirect materials, and services.Lead supplier selection, qualification, and development activities.Drive competitive sourcing initiatives to improve cost, quality, delivery, and service performance.Establish and maintain long-term supplier partnerships across the Americas.Negotiate commercial agreements, pricing, payment terms, and contractual conditions.Supplier ManagementMonitor supplier performance through defined KPIs and scorecards.Conduct supplier business reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.Develop supplier risk management and business continuity plans.Identify alternate sourcing strategies to reduce supply chain risks.Support supplier audits and qualification processes.Cost Optimization & Value CreationLead annual productivity and cost reduction initiatives.Support value engineering and product cost optimization programs.Identify opportunities for working capital improvements through procurement actions.Monitor commodity trends and market conditions impacting procurement costs.Deliver annual savings and cost avoidance targets.Procurement OperationsEnsure timely procurement of materials and services required for manufacturing, projects, and service operations.Manage purchasing processes and procurement governance.Ensure compliance with delegated authority requirements and procurement policies.Drive purchase order accuracy and supplier delivery performance.Support inventory optimization initiatives in coordination with planning teams.Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Project Management, Sales, and Logistics teams.Support project execution through procurement planning and supplier management.Participate in S&OP; and business planning processes.Ensure procurement alignment with operational and commercial priorities.Compliance & Risk ManagementEnsure compliance with Sulzer policies, trade regulations, and applicable legal requirements.Support IMMEX, customs, and regional trade compliance initiatives where applicable.Implement sustainable sourcing practices and ethical procurement standards.Manage supplier-related risk assessments and mitigation plans.Continuous ImprovementStandardize procurement processes across the Americas region.Promote digital tools, automation, and procurement analytics.Lead process improvement projects focused on efficiency and effectiveness.Support implementation of best practices across sites and business units.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Procurement savings and cost avoidanceSupplier on-time delivery performanceMaterial availabilityPurchase price varianceSupplier quality performanceWorking capital improvementInventory optimization supportSupplier risk mitigation effectivenessContract complianceProcurement cycle timeRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management,



or related field.MBA preferred.Minimum 8-10 years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience.Experience in manufacturing, industrial equipment, refining, petrochemical, process industries, or related sectors.Demonstrated success leading strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.Experience managing suppliers across multiple countries.Knowledge of international procurement and logistics practices.Technical CompetenciesStrategic sourcingContract negotiationSupplier developmentCost analysisERP systems (SAP preferred)Procurement analyticsSupply chain risk managementWorking capital optimizationLeadership CompetenciesStrong collaboration and influencing skills.Results-oriented mindset.Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.Strong communication and stakeholder management.Continuous improvement focus.LanguagesEnglish (required)Spanish (required)Portuguese (preferred)Scope of ResponsibilityRegional responsibility across North America and Latin America.Management of direct materials, indirect materials, and service procurement.Strategic supplier relationships and sourcing initiatives.Support of manufacturing, project execution, and service operations.Ownership of procurement performance and cost optimization initiatives across MTCS Americas.What we offer youSalary according to experienceLife insuranceSavings fund30-day Christmas bonusMajor medical expenses insuranceInteraction with international teamCareer growth opportunitiesBenefits above the lawSulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
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📌 Procurement Supervisor (Cuautitlán Izcalli)
🏢 Sulzer
📍 Cuautitlán Izcalli