.We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.Job DescriptionThis role is focused on following up and supporting countries Procurement & Real Estate departments to achieve their targets and constantly improve, while staying aligned with SGS Procurement & Real Estate agenda.ResponsibilitiesOwn the implementation of global initiatives and adherence to the yearly plan and savings.Drive efforts to improve procurement data accuracy in the chosen spend and reporting systems in the entire region.Own the regional governance and adherence to the regional plan established with regional FD and MD.Own the arbitrage between global initiatives and local initiatives especially where contracts are more beneficial for SGS as a group instead of the country/region.Animate, coach and align assigned countries teams on Global and Local Procurement & Real Estate agendas.Active partnering in countries, including participation in local management team meetings and local Procurement committees when relevant.Engage frequently with respective local and regional finance managers.Align and validate countries targets year on year.Monthly follow-up with all assigned countries.Provide mentoring, coaching and intelligence as required on categories to support pipeline development and execution.Validate reported savings and take accountability for countries performances.Ensure consistency of global and local Procurement & Real Estate activities.Evaluate, implement and lead if approved the creation of a Strategic Sourcing Hub in a given strategic location of the Latin America geography.QualificationsUniversity degree in Business Administration, Procurement or Supply Chain.Proven strong negotiation and contractual experience, both at strategic and operational levels.Very good understanding of contract laws and standard forms of contracts.Strategic thinker but also hands-on - "roll up the sleeves" mentality is crucial.Strong Leadership, Influencing and Change Management skills to work in a matrix organization.Clear and fast thinker able to talk "stakeholder language" and convince them.Entrepreneurial skills, allowing to take independent decisions when appropriate.Pragmatic, self-starter, efficient and highly driven by objectives.Strong but diplomatic personality with high ambitions, able to build trust, respect and confidence.Ability to work under pressure with shifting priorities, interacting, and adjusting to diverse cultures and time-zones.Full fluency in English and Spanish. Portuguese is a plus.Ability to collaborate fully virtually with teams, stakeholders and suppliers.Advanced Excel and data management skills.Excellent interpersonal communications and presentation skills