Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Pearster
•Remote
About The Position
Pearster is hiring a Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join a project for an international client. The role focuses on strategic procurement, supplier negotiations, vendor management, and cost optimization. The specialist will develop sourcing strategies, identify and evaluate suppliers, negotiate commercial agreements, and improve procurement processes to support operational efficiency and cost savings. The position is remote, full-time, and based in LATAM.
Requirements
- Proven experience leading supplier negotiations and managing sourcing processes.
- Strong knowledge of RFQ, RFP, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiation.
- Demonstrated ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize purchasing processes.
- Experience managing supplier relationships and performance.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting.
- Experience with ERP or procurement platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or similar.
- Ability to manage sourcing projects independently.
- Based in LATAM.
- Availability to work full-time in a remote environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with international suppliers.
- English proficiency at B2 level or higher.
Responsibilities
- Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, reliability, and service levels.
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with business needs.
- Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, contract terms, and commercial conditions.
- Manage RFQ and RFP processes, from supplier identification through proposal evaluation.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement procurement optimization initiatives.
- Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Monitor supplier performance and establish procurement KPIs.
- Analyze purchasing data, market trends, and supplier proposals to support decision-making.
- Collaborate with Finance, Operations, and other departments to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
- Support contract management and procurement process improvements.
Benefits
- Work from anywhere with flexibility and freedom.
- Compensation in USD.
- Dedicated paid time off.
- Fully covered international certifications.
- Access to coworking spaces worldwide.
- English development opportunities.
- Activities for connecting with the international team.
- Personalized gifts and a welcome kit.
- Referral program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
