Procurement External Manufacturing Specialist at The Kraft Heinz Company

Ciudad de México, , Mexico -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Contract Negotiation, Supplier Evaluation, Relationship Management, Cost Optimization, Quality Assurance, Market Research, Risk Management, Analytical Skills, Strategic Mindset, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Problem-Solving, SAP, Advanced Excel

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Job Description Objective: The Procurement External Manufacturing Specialist plays a key role in enabling business scalability, innovation, and supply continuity by strategically managing the sourcing of finished goods and manufacturing services through a network of approved external partners. This position is also responsible for developing a robust portfolio of alternative suppliers to support business growth, mitigate risks, and unlock innovation opportunities. Through proactive supplier development, contract management, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams—including Quality, Regulatory, Legal, Finance, and Supply Chain—the analyst ensures cost-effective, timely, and compliant procurement aligned with market demands and company standards. By aligning global and local procurement strategies, the role contributes to the optimization of the external manufacturing footprint, supports innovation pipelines, and drives long-term value creation across the supply chain. Identify and Evaluate External Manufacturing suppliers: Conduct through market research to identify potential partners for meeting our company's requirements. Assess their capabilities, quality standards, track records, and compliance with industry regulations. Vendor Selection and Negotiation: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including, quality assurance, regulatory, legal, and finance, to evaluate potential partners. Negotiate volume, contract terms, including pricing, delivery timelines, quality control, and service level agreements, to secure favourable deals for the company based on cost, quality, and delivery requirements, to ensure cost-effective solutions. Supplier Relationship Management: Foster strong, long-term relationships with partners by providing clear communication, addressing concerns, and facilitating collaboration. Monitor supplier performance, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, quality standards, and ethical conduct. Contract Management: Oversee the preparation, review, and execution of contracts with suppliers. Work closely with legal teams to ensure all legal and compliance requirements are met, minimizing risk and protecting the company's interests. Cost Optimization: Continuously analyse procurement processes, market trends, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. Develop strategies to drive efficiency, minimize expenses, and achieve cost optimization goals. Supply Chain Management: Collaborate closely with the supply chain team to align procurement activities with production schedules, inventory management, and demand forecasts. Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, supplier performance, and contracts to support effective supply chain planning. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Risk Management: Mitigate supply risks by diversifying supplier base and implementing robust contingency planning. Quality Assurance: Collaborate with quality assurance teams to define and enforce quality control standards for procured goods and services. Monitor and evaluate external manufacturer performance against quality metrics and take appropriate corrective actions when necessary. Strategy: Guarantee the correct alignment between global teams, local procurement team and KHC related to innovation and strategic plan by updating capabilities to absorb our growth in Mexico, building a Strategic agenda, by setting up categories’ strategy & sourcing plan. Innovation Enablement: Act as a catalyst for innovation by identifying external capabilities that support new product development and speed-to-market. Activities: 1.Develop and execute sourcing strategies for external manufacturing partners to ensure supply continuity, cost efficiency, and scalability. Develop and apply cost models to support negotiations with external manufacturers and service providers. 2. Identify, evaluate, and onboard alternative external manufacturers to support innovation, risk mitigation, and business continuity. 3. Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier agreements, ensuring compliance with legal, quality, and service-level requirements. 4. Monitor and manage supplier performance, fostering long-term relationships and driving continuous improvement. 5. Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, R&D, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure alignment of external manufacturing activities with product and business requirements. Knowledge & Experience Minimum 3 years of experience in Procurement and Supply Chain, with at least 2 years focused on external manufacturing or co-manufacturing. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field. Business fluent in Spanish and English. Strong knowledge of finished goods sourcing, external manufacturing models, and supply chain operations/management. Proven experience in contract negotiation (planning and leading complex negotiations), supplier evaluation, and relationship management. Proficiency in SAP, Ariba and Advanced Excel Capability Excellent communication skills across organizational levels. Strong organizational and prioritization abilities. Analytical and strategic mindset with a focus on execution. Effective interpersonal skills and ability to influence stakeholders. Ability to operate in fast-paced environments with multiple priorities. Resilient, process-oriented, and skilled in creative problem-solving. Capable of managing multiple projects with varying complexity. Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence decisions internally and externally, both regionally and globally. Location(s) Mexico, D.F. Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. ABOUT US Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food. WHY US We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz. INCLUSION MATTERS TO US Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We’re committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.

Responsibilities

The Procurement External Manufacturing Specialist is responsible for managing the sourcing of finished goods and manufacturing services through external partners. This role involves supplier evaluation, contract management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure cost-effective and compliant procurement.