Purchasing Associate- Portuguese speaker

Job Title: Purchasing Associate- Portuguese speaker

Job

Location

Panama City, Panama

Job Summary

We are looking for a Purchasing Associate that will have direct contact with different stakeholders of the different companies/markets and ensure that processes are run with excellence and adequate support. The position is based at our Tetra Pak office in Panama City, Panama. Tetra Pak is not sponsoring work visas or relocation for this position.

What you will do

• Execute transactional, replenishment activities in line with sourcing strategies.
• Ensures process compliance (Purchase to Payment).
• Comply with global supplier management processes and stays updated on process development.
• Update Supply Manager and key stakeholders on operational purchasing issues and share best practice.
• Understand impact of data accuracy in purchasing orders.
• Feedback system issues to the relevant supplier management responsible contact.
• Communicates updates and new developments to relevant key stakeholders.

We believe you have

• Bachelor’s degree, University studies or currently studying at the university.
• Fluent Portuguese language is mandatory
• Intermediate level of English language or above level (written and spoken).
• Intermediate Excel experience
• Previous experience in purchasing will be an advantage.
• SAP knowledge desirable.
• Proactive, adaptable, customer focus, team player, organized, curious, initiative, problem solver, dynamic.

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.