Specialist, Strategic Sourcing - Marketing & Sales

Mars (External) Open · verified Sep 10, 2026

QRC-Mars Chocolate Mexico Full-time Mid-level General Marketing

Mid-level General Marketing role at Mars (External). QRC-Mars Chocolate Mexico · full-time.

Role brief

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What you'll do

You’ll source marketing and sales needs while balancing price, capacity, service and sourcing plans
You’ll evaluate and develop suppliers to support current needs, future demand and ongoing improvement
You’ll control supplier risk through contracts, KPI reviews, monitoring and corrective action
You’ll work with Finance, Human Resources and internal customers to align sourcing with business needs
You’ll track savings and other KPIs, assess key suppliers and lead finance, responsible sourcing and e-invoicing efforts

What you bring

You bring a bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, economics or a related discipline
You bring fluency in Spanish and English, including strong written and spoken English
You bring at least three years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience, preferably in a multinational setting
You bring contract law knowledge and experience with SAP and Ariba
You bring analytical ability, business judgment, strong communication and a results-focused approach

Who this fits

You’ll suit a mid-level sourcing role focused on marketing and sales procurement, supplier management and internal stakeholder relationships. The position is full-time at QRC-Mars Chocolate Mexico in Mexico. Marketing procurement experience is helpful but not required in the listing.

From the employer

Job Description:

Specialist, Strategic Sourcing - Marketing & Sales

Key Responsibilities:

Procure Marketing & Sales: Ensure pricing, capacity, and service levels align with business commitments and sourcing strategies. Apply a broad range of sourcing tools such as negotiation, e-procurement, stakeholder engagement, and auctions.
Implement Supply Base Strategy: Evaluate and develop suppliers to meet current and future business needs, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
Manage Supply Risk: Ensure robust risk management through well-structured contracts and regular monitoring of financial and service KPIs. Initiate corrective actions when necessary.
Stakeholder Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with Finance and Human Resources Managers and eventually Directors, to support business objectives and foster constructive collaboration.
Drive Stakeholder Engagement: Actively engage with internal customers to understand needs and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies.
Ensure Compliance: Adhere to all relevant policies, systems, and controls throughout the sourcing process.
Provide Market Intelligence: Deliver market and financial insights to support sourcing decisions. Represent the company in external forums to stay informed of industry trends.
Commercial & Ethical Oversight: Manage all commercial, financial, and ethical considerations in collaboration with Marketing & Sales Category Managers.
Contract Management: Utilize appropriate contract frameworks to mitigate risks and ensure service coverage.
Performance Tracking: Maintain and regularly update key performance indicators (KPIs), including savings, payment terms, and other relevant metrics.
Supplier Performance Reviews: Conduct regular performance evaluations for top suppliers to ensure service excellence and continuous improvement.
Supplier Collaboration Initiatives: Identify and lead initiatives such as Supplier Finance, Responsible Sourcing, e-invoicing, and operational process optimization.

Job Specifications & Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or a related field

Languages: Fluent in Spanish and English (English proficiency is essential, both verbal and written)

Experience & Skills:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing, preferably within a multinational environment
Familiarity/Experience with Marketing Procurement is a plus
Solid understanding of contract law
Proficiency in SAP and Ariba systems
Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess and anticipate the impact of macroeconomic trends on the business environment
Results-oriented mindset; comfortable setting and achieving ambitious targets
Demonstrated business acumen
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.