Procurement Indirect Specialist / Buyer

About the role

The Procurement Indirect Specialist for Hispanic Countries will lead the sourcing of indirect goods and services across key categories such as Marketing, Trade Marketing, Leases & Rentals, People, and Legal. The role ensures compliance with company policies while driving cost efficiencies, process optimisation, and securing the best commercial conditions for the business.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end procurement process for indirect categories across the Hispanic Countries region.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with Kraft Heinz’s business objectives and regional goals.
• Partner with internal stakeholders (Marketing, Legal, People, etc.) to define service needs and align sourcing strategies.
• Build and manage relationships with strategic suppliers, ensuring performance, compliance, and alignment with business needs.
• Negotiate contracts and commercial agreements to secure optimal terms and conditions.
• Support all markets in implementing optimal footprint solutions focused on service levels and cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and ethical sourcing principles.
• Lead business review meetings with strategic suppliers covering performance, economic topics, and continuous improvement.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and innovation in category management.
• Manage suppliers’ master data to support supply security and service level objectives.

Required profile

• Strategic and financial ownership of assigned indirect categories.
• Strong relationship‑building skills with both suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to develop procurement strategies that align with regional business goals.
• Experience in negotiating contracts and commercial agreements.
• Knowledge of compliance, regulatory, and ethical sourcing standards.
• Proven track record of driving cost efficiencies and process optimisation.

Required skills