Procurement Analyst

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Job Summary: We are seeking a proactive Procurement Analyst to optimize costs, manage suppliers, ensure timely supply, and provide comprehensive support to internal clients. Key Highlights: 1. Efficient procurement and supplier management 2. Cost and commercial terms optimization 3. Proactive and customer service-oriented support to internal clients We are looking for a Procurement Analyst to join a leading company in the plastics industry, located at the Pilar Industrial Park, Buenos Aires Province. The role objective: Ensure efficient procurement and supplier management, optimize costs and commercial terms, and guarantee on-time and in-full supply. Provide proactive and service-oriented support to internal clients, fully accompany their requirements, and perform necessary follow-up until correct receipt and acceptance of purchases. Main Responsibilities Identify and develop new reliable suppliers meeting price, quality, and availability requirements. Evaluate suppliers based on flexibility, reliability, quality, and innovation capability. Analyze procurement alternatives considering various business variables and company policies. Issue purchase orders to suppliers according to defined authority levels and system capabilities. Address internal clients’ needs promptly and effectively, delivering courteous and efficient service. Negotiate purchase terms with domestic suppliers, including pricing, delivery schedules, and payment conditions. Manage the administrative supplier process: evaluation, request and analysis of quotations and budgets, generation of purchase orders, compliance tracking, and claim management when applicable. Execute purchase contracts and conduct necessary follow-up to ensure adherence to agreed terms. Tasks to Perform Quotation Management: Request, receive, and compare quotes from multiple suppliers to assess best cost-benefit ratio. Negotiation: Agree on pricing, payment methods, discounts, and delivery timelines with the supplier network. Purchase Orders: Issue, record, and track purchase orders in the management system. Supplier Development: Identify and qualify new market supply alternatives. Administrative Control: Verify delivery notes, manage billing discrepancies, and coordinate with the payments department. Inventory Tracking: Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with internal departments to anticipate stockouts or shortages. Reporting: Prepare management indicators, savings metrics, and cost analyses. Requirements: Minimum 3 years of verifiable and solid experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing functions. Experience in similar roles within an industrial setting. Knowledge of supplier evaluation and management, negotiation, and purchase order tracking. Strong analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills. Ability to communicate and interact courteously with internal clients and suppliers. Collaborative profile, service-oriented, and solution-focused. Proficiency in computer tools and management systems. Residency in areas near Pilar, Buenos Aires. Own transportation (mandatory requirement). Intermediate level of English proficiency. Availability to work at the Pilar Industrial Park, Buenos Aires Province. Working Days and Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Hybrid model: 3 days office, 2 days remote. Benefits: The company offers immediate hiring, an excellent work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Benefits Annual bonus, per current policy, based on corporate and individual objectives. Remote Work Policy: 3x2 — 3 days onsite at the office and 2 days remote. 10% income tax reimbursement. Connectivity reimbursement. Swiss Medical SMG 30 health plan for primary family members. Vacation: 21 days starting from the 3rd year. Two additional free days per year beginning January 2027. For 2026, one day applies until December 31. Meal service with 80% company subsidy.