<p><strong>Our client:</strong></p><p>A global leader in delivering comprehensive solutions across product development, sourcing, category management, and sustainability. With a strong international presence, they drive transformational change for iconic brands through innovative strategies, focusing on supply chain optimization, tendering, and packaging to ensure operational excellence and deliver exceptional value.</p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong><br>The <strong>LATAM Program Management</strong> position focuses on planning, executing, and optimizing supply chain activities to support high-impact promotional programs across the region. This role centers on <strong>product lifecycle management</strong> and operational coordination, ensuring supply continuity, minimizing obsolescence, and adhering to budget constraints.</p><p>Key responsibilities include analyzing data to inform decisions, collaborating with suppliers and stakeholders, and driving process improvements to enhance quality and efficiency. This position requires a strategic mindset paired with the ability to manage complex projects from start to finish, ensuring seamless delivery of promotional initiatives.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul> <li>Manage 7–8 projects annually from initiation to completion.</li> <li><strong>Analyze and manage large volumes of data to support decision-making and provide actionable insights.</strong></li> <li>Monitor timelines and budgets for promotional initiatives.</li> <li>Develop preliminary budgets in partnership with the finance team.</li> <li>Assess sourcing options and perform cost analyses.</li> <li>Coordinate orders and maintain effective communication with suppliers.</li> <li>Analyze and recommend solutions for long-lead-time materials or short production schedules.</li> <li>Drive continuous process improvements to enhance quality, reduce cycle times, and deliver greater value.</li> <li>Conduct post-project analyses to identify key learnings and trends.</li> <li>Resolve issues with clients and suppliers efficiently.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills and competencias required:</strong></p><ul><li>This role is <strong>individual contributor-based,</strong> with no team management responsibilities. The ideal candidate will excel at collaborating with diverse stakeholders and managing projects independently to deliver exceptional results.</li><li><strong>Strategic Thinking & Data Analysis:</strong> Ability to analyze data and drive decisions.</li><li><strong>Project Management:</strong> Proven experience managing multiple projects independently. <strong>(+ 5 years of experience)</strong></li><li><strong>Supply Chain Expertise:</strong> Strong understanding of sourcing, cost analysis, and product lifecycle. <strong>(+ 5 years of experience)</strong></li><li><strong>Communication:</strong> Effective across cultures and languages (English & Spanish required; Portuguese is a plus).</li><li><strong>Process Improvement:</strong> Focus on optimizing quality, timelines, and costs.</li><li><strong>Problem-Solving & Adaptability:</strong> Proactive in addressing challenges and tight schedules.</li><li><strong>Technical Proficiency:</strong> Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio. </li></ul><p></p><p><strong><em>If you’re an experienced professional eager to tackle complex challenges, lead data-driven strategies, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><ul></ul><p></p> •
Last updated on Jan 17, 2025