Logistics Procurement Consultant – Elanco Procurement Americas

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Your Role:
Senior Associate, Logistics Procurement (Warehousing & Distribution)

As Senior Associate, Logistics Procurement (Warehousing & Distribution), you will be part of the Global Logistics Procurement team and support strategic sourcing for warehousing and distribution services across Latin America and Canada. In this regional role, you will execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and support internal and external manufacturing networks in alignment with global procurement priorities. This position is focused on strategic sourcing and supplier management rather than transactional purchasing activities.

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement regional strategic sourcing initiatives for warehousing and distribution services across Latin America and Canada, including support for internal and external manufacturing networks.

• Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, performance, compliance, and contract execution with logistics providers to deliver value, mitigate risk, and support continuous improvement.

• Execute regional warehousing and distribution procurement activities in close alignment with global category strategies and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Analyze sourcing and operational data, identify solutions to complex issues, and communicate recommendations that support business decisions and value realization.

• Provide backup support to colleagues and contribute to special projects or other logistics procurement activities as business needs evolve.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education level — Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related field

• A minimum of 3 years of progressive procurement or strategic sourcing experience, including at least 1 year focused on logistics categories such as warehousing, distribution, or international freight

• Experience with strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management, plus the ability to analyze data and communicate recommendations to internal stakeholders

• English and Spanish language proficiency

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Knowledge of the Latin America and Canada logistics market, including regional warehousing and distribution dynamics

• Experience leading small to medium-sized strategic sourcing projects in a matrixed and multicultural environment

• Experience with supplier relationship management processes and improvement plans that drive continuous improvement

• Strong analytical skills and familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), SAP, and emerging logistics technologies

• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments, including Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and understanding of their impact on logistics sourcing

Additional Information: 

Location: São Paulo - Office

Work Model: Hybrid - 3x week in the office

Elanco Benefits and Perks:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on financial, physical, and mental well-being, while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:

• Corporate Bonus

• Sulamérica Health Plan

• Sulamérica Dental Plan

• Life Insurance

• Meal Voucher R$ 1.000 per month

• Food Voucher R$ 690 per month

• Transportation Voucher or Parking

• Private Pension

• Day off on Birthday and on child's birthday (up to 12 years old)

• Medication Assistance (80% discount on prescribed medications)

• Wellhub and Wellz

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

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