Sourcing Specialist | Regional Ssc Americas

Sourcing Specialist | Regional SSC Americas 📍 Location: Querétaro, Mexico 💼 Work Mode: Hybrid About the Role We are looking for a Sourcing Specialist to join a Regional Shared Services Center (SSC) within a multinational organization, supporting sourcing and supply execution activities across the Americas region (LATAM & United States). This role focuses on operational sourcing execution, supplier coordination, and compliance with procurement strategies in a regional, multicultural environment. Role Purpose The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for executing sourcing and supply processes in alignment with regional and global procurement strategies. The role acts as a key interface between internal customers, category owners, and suppliers, ensuring timely, cost effective, and compliant sourcing execution while supporting process standardization within the SSC. Key Responsibilities • Execute sourcing and supply activities in line with regional and global procurement strategies. • Act as the primary interface with suppliers on operational topics such as deliveries, volumes, and service levels. • Collaborate closely with Regional and Global Category Owners to ensure alignment and compliance with sourcing strategies. • Maintain active communication with internal stakeholders (Finance, SCM, Production, Quality, Controlling, Customs) to ensure cross functional alignment. • Convert purchase requests into purchase orders and ensure accurate documentation in the ERP system. • Maintain and update master data, source lists, and info records in SAP or similar ERP platforms. • Monitor forecasts, allocations, and supply commitments together with SCM and category teams. • Support cost optimization initiatives, considering total cost of ownership (TCO), delivery performance, and quality requirements. • Manage supplier performance and claims, supporting continuous improvement in cost, quality, and delivery. • Track and manage KPIs and metrics to monitor sourcing performance and drive operational improvements. • Partner with Accounts Payable and suppliers to support timely resolution of payment related issues. • Support the implementation of procurement tools and automation initiatives within sourcing processes.

What We’re Looking For Education • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations, Marketing, or related fields. Experience • 3–5 years of experience in Sourcing, Procurement, or Supply Chain operations. • Experience working in regional or multi country environments is strongly preferred. • Previous exposure to Shared Services Centers (SSC) is a plus. Technical Knowledge • Strong experience with ERP systems (SAP – advanced level). • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office tools. • Professional English required (written and spoken). Skills & Competencies • Strong execution and results driven mindset. • Ability to manage supplier relationships and operational follow ups. • Analytical skills with attention to detail and data accuracy. • Strong stakeholder management skills in regional, matrix environments. • Customer focused approach toward internal business partners. • Continuous improvement mindset aligned with SSC best practices. Regional Scope • Support sourcing and supply execution across LATAM and the United States. • Daily interaction with regional and global category teams, suppliers, and SSC stakeholders. • Participation in multi country sourcing and procurement processes. • All locations will be based in Querétaro. What We Offer • A key operational role within a Regional SSC Americas. • Exposure to regional sourcing and procurement operations. • Opportunity to work in a multicultural, matrix environment. • Professional development within Procurement and Supply Chain. Interested? If you are looking to grow your career in regional sourcing and procurement operations within a Shared Services Center, we’d love to hear from you.