Direct Materials Category Manager (Temporary - 6 months)

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<h2><strong>Direct Materials Category Manager (Temporary – 6 months)</strong></h2><p><strong>Location:</strong> Mexico City, Mexico</p><p><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Fixed‑term (6 months)</p><h2><strong>ABOUT PMI</strong></h2><p>At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on smoke‑free products with the power to improve the lives of a billion smokers worldwide!</p><p>With huge change comes huge opportunity! Wherever you join us, you’ll have the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions. You’ll be part of an inclusive, diverse and collaborative culture where you can grow, make an impact, and do work that really matters.</p><h2><strong>JOB PURPOSE</strong></h2><p>Ensure the availability of Direct Materials at optimal cost through sourcing strategies aligned with PMI requirements and external market conditions

Lead regional Source‑to‑Contract activities to deliver agility, cost efficiency, supply security, and sustainability.</p><p>Key outcomes include strategy preparation and deployment, accurate budgeting, material cost management, supplier performance, responsible supplier base development, productivity initiatives, risk management, and the handling of commercial claims.</p><h2><strong>ACCOUNTABILITIES</strong></h2><h2><strong>Category Management</strong></h2><ol><li><strong>Category Strategy Deployment</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Lead and/or implement regional and/or global sourcing strategies for assigned categories.</li><li>Drive data‑driven sourcing activities, including competitive bidding processes, supplier negotiations, volume projections, terms and conditions, and logistical inputs.</li><li>Manage vendor portfolio optimization initiatives, including innovation, standardization, streamlining, and (re)contracting.</li></ul><h2><strong>2. Supplier Relationship Management</strong></h2><ul><li>Conduct supplier QBRs, qualification, onboarding, and performance management activ

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