What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.PLEASE APPLY WITH A RESUME IN ENGLISH.Responsibilities: Lead indirect sourcing and procurement within LATAM regionEnsures efficient processing of purchase requisitions, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliersWork cross functionally within region and globally on projects and within teamSetups contract in contract module as well uploads and provides continual maintenance for life of contractOnboarding activities for all suppliers supporting regionExecute RFQsResponsible for procurement business system data input and integrityPartner to sourcing in qualifying and identifying suppliersEnforce purchasing policyPerforms cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities (e.g. materials, components, equipment and services)Continuous support with evolution of onboarding and purchasing process specifically for LATAMParticipate in contract negotiation and able to execute contracts successfullyReview and approval of potential purchases that complies with Illumina purchasing policies and proceduresServes as subject matter expert for all purchasing related activitiesManage and support backend processes such as invoice resolution issuesMonitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to negotiate highest quality at best valuePartner to suppliers and able to navigate through difficult situations including but not limited to inventory constraintsDevelops new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are no longer competitiveProcurement liaison and support to sourcing for business reviews and other related activities for supplier managementMay recommend cost saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis or alternative sourcingAdvise to sourcing and management sourcing strategy for commoditiesWorks with management to address all aspects of commodity management, including procurement support, commodity business plans, market trends assessment, pricing, and product availabilityListed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.Requirements:Must communicate fluently written and verbally in English, Portuguese and Spanish.Domestic or global expertise of assigned commodities requiredThorough knowledge of procurement, vendor relations, and inventory managementEffective verbal and written communication, analytical and interpersonal skillsAbility to distill complex issues into simple effective messages for managementStrong organizational skills, detail oriented.Strong influencing and negotiating skillsExcels in Project ManagementStrong leadership skills amongst procurement team and cross functional teamsProficient skillset in Microsoft Excel and Outlook requiredAPICS certification preferredAll listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.Experience/Education: Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experienceAt Illumina, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by cultivating an environment in which everyone contributes to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always been rooted in openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative views and perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and demonstrate our collective commitment to diversity and inclusion in the communities we live and work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. 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