Kenvue is currently recruiting for: Procurement Manager, R&D; Category This position reports into Sr. Manager, R&D; Procurement and is based at Bogota, Colombia. Who we are At , we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made by 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, . What you will do The Procurement Manager, R&D; Category is responsible for managing day-to-day operational activities, proposing purchasing policies, conducting internal audits, managing budget and manpower acquisition, negotiating supplier contracts and overseeing departmental performance against objectives: Key Responsibilities · Develop and implement innovative procurement strategies for the R&D; category to drive cost savings, simplification and efficiency · Lead cross-functional teams to identify and qualify new suppliers for R&D; materials and services · Use market intelligence and industry trends to negotiate contracts and ensure competitive pricing · Collaborate with R&D; stakeholders to understand their unique requirements and provide tailored procurement solutions · Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize procurement processes and enhance supplier relationships · Lead the procurement strategy for R&D; category in alignment with overall business objectives · Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and implement procurement policies and procedures · Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with departmental policies and quality standards · Manage budget and resources effectively to achieve cost controls and stay within budget parameters · Provide input to departmental objectives and communicate them to the team for performance tracking · Review market trends and pricing to make informed decisions on supplier selection and contract negotiations · Establish and maintain effective communication with vendors to ensure product, service, and quality standards are met · Continuously evaluate and implement new technologies to optimize procurement efficiency