Job title:  PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS SUPPORT

Objective: The Procurement Operation Support role provides administrative and operational support to the Procurement, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to ensure timely execution of documentation, supplier follow-up, reporting, and controls. The role supports compliance with internal policies and contributes to cost control, plant continuity, and shutdown readiness. Main Responsibilities include: Safety Complies with the CEMEX Global Health & Safety Policies to ensure zero accidents or incidents; Promotes and manages safety within the Procurement Department. Contract Administration Ensure legal agreements are obtained, tracked, and renewed/updated on time; coordinate with Legal, Procurement negotiators, and stakeholders to close gaps and maintain valid documentation. Insurance Management Ensure required contract insurances are requested, received, verified (validity, coverage, and compliance), and filed on time; escalate risks or pending items in advance of contract execution. Vendor Statements Assist with outstanding statement requests, reconciliation support, and follow-up with suppliers and Finance to ensure accounts are up to date and exceptions are resolved promptly. Vendor Portal Support Support suppliers with vendor portal access and account issues; respond to questions, track open tickets, and follow up until closure to ensure smooth transactional flow. Procurement Reporting Create and maintain a weekly/monthly procurement follow-up report including: Number of POs created, PRs pending creation, agreements pending update/renewal, and status by negotiator; drive follow-ups and ensure visibility for management decisions. Logistics Cost Control Support Logistics initiatives to reduce extra logistics expenses (e.g., demurrage, storage, overtime, expedite fees) through tracking, timely documentation, root-cause follow-up, and action plans. Warehouse Controls Coordinate and perform random audits to verify store integrity (documentation, bin accuracy, labelling, and housekeeping); document findings and coordinate corrective actions with Warehouse leadership. Shutdown Readiness Maintain and follow up the full kitting list for shutdown activities; coordinate with Procurement, Warehouse, and Maintenance to confirm availability and delivery dates; escalate shortages early. Expediting & Deliveries Follow up the expediting file and verify deliveries for admixtures and packing materials; track supplier commitments, delivery performance, and exceptions; provide timely updates to operations. Policies & Procedures Complies with CEMEX Code of Ethics; Complies with the CEMEX Global Procurement Policy and related controls (P2P, documentation, and audit requirements). Operational Support – Market Intelligence & Supplier Onboarding Support market intelligence activities through identification, assessment, and onboarding coordination of new suppliers (local and international); collect required documentation, validate data completeness, and support negotiators during supplier qualification processes. Expediting of Local Purchase Orders (POs) Expedite local Purchase Orders exceeding defined monetary thresholds or classified as critical; track supplier commitments, delivery dates, and constraints; escalate risks and delays proactively to ensure continuity of operations. Spot Purchase Order Creation Create spot Purchase Orders for specific, one-time procurement needs, ensuring no overlap with responsibilities assigned to other negotiators; validate pricing, documentation, and compliance with procurement policies prior to issuance. Unit Price Analysis Conduct unit price comparisons and trend analysis across suppliers, contracts, and purchase orders; identify variances, cost-saving opportunities, or anomalies and communicate findings to the Procurement team. Data Analysis & Performance Monitoring Analyze procurement and supplier data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities; issue recommendations, alerts, or insights to management and negotiators; monitor supplier agreements, Purchase Requisitions (PRs), and operational efficiency metrics. Required Education / Expertise / Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering or any related field Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel – Advanced) Strong attention to detail and data integrity Great planning and organizational skills and ability to work under pressure Experience in warehouse controls, inventory and audit practices Experience in project management or following up in projects Effective communication and customer service skills Ability to work independently and in teams Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP) and Power BI will be an asset Schedule flexibility Required Experience: Minimum experience of 5 years Procurement and Supply Chain operations including contract documentation (agreements/insurances), supplier follow-up, purchase order/PR administration, logistics coordination support, and warehouse controls/audits. Diversity and Inclusion at CEMEX At CEMEX, we recognize the diversity of the world in which we live and do business. We respect diversity and embrace inclusion and non-discrimination for all talented individuals, regardless of gender, physical ability, age, sexual orientation, culture, ethnic origin, religion, political affiliation, marital status, pregnancy/maternity/paternity, or nationality. We promote a culture of equity for building a sustainable business and for the well-being and development of CEMEX employees.