**BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.**
**To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!**
**BAT **'**COUNTRY**' **IS LOOKING FOR A** **RISK SPECIALIST**
**SALARY RANGE**:Competitive Salary+ excellent benefits + market leading bonus
**LOCATION**:Heredia
**ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES**
**Reports to**:Risk Lead Americas
**Reporting Level**:Non-Managerial
**Geographic Scope**:Americas
**WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR**
- Quote requirements with the best suppliers available on the market ensuring that trading terms are favourable for the company on criteria such as:
- Cost: Price, freight, payment terms.
- Features: Quality, duration, presentation, performance, usage economy.
- Services (Valuable): Delivery time, warranty, support, and maintenance.
- Ensure visibility (through the Purchasing system) of the price list negotiated with suppliers, contracts, and SLAs.
- Update price agreements, vendors, payment terms and delivery times in the purchasing system to ensure purchase orders in accordance with the negotiated terms.
- Align with the delivery on time and with good quality of the information required by the Local, Regional and Global Purchasing Function.
- Carry out the necessary activities to ensure the fulfilment of the objectives of the GBS Purchasing team.
- Track the purchase order process and provide the necessary information to involved parties so that they know the status of their requirements.
- Ensure that physical and system records of all information regarding purchase orders and negotiations are up to date for search and audit purposes.
- Ensure efficient service for the delivery of emergency goods or service.
**CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?**
- Do you have 2-3 years of experience in the Compliance Area
- Do you have experience using Coupa
- Do you have an Advance English level?
**ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE**
- Experience Required at least 2-3 years in Procurement Area.
- Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related career
- Advance English Knowledge. At least B2
- Mastery of computer tools. Proficiency in Excel and Power BI
- Demonstrated proficiency in Finance Analysis
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain smooth, cooperative working relationships with peers, superiors and involved parties.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and with appropriate attention to details, time management
**BENEFICIAL**
- Portuguese is a plus
**WE ARE BAT**
At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of crafting A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. **See what is possible for you at BAT.**
- Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
- Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
- Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
- Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women's Day Best Practice winner
- Seal Award winner - one of 50 most balanced companies
**BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER**
Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. **Come bring your difference!
