Lead Strategic Sourcing Spec
Empresa: Solstice Advanced Materials, Tipo de empleo: Jornada completa, 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 global 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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