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Popular, Inc.

<div><div><div><div><div><b>Date: </b>Nov 10, 2025
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:
</b>San Juan, PR
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Company: </b>Popular
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Workplace Type: </b>Hybrid
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>Category/ Sourcing Advisor
</p></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>General Description</b></div>
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The Category and Sourcing Advisor is responsible for planning and executing the strategic activities that support the procurement of goods and services defined within categories. These activities include monitoring the market for new or updated capabilities; working closely with the bank&rsquo;s businesses to understand their procurement needs and requirements; working with vendors to prepare and respond to the needs of the business stakeholders; preparing and executing competitive sourcing processes (RFx&rsquo;s); evaluating vendor proposals and offerings according to businesses needs and negotiating and executing vendor contracts. Manage the categories on an on-going basis post contract execution, identify vendor or category performance goals, and monitor vendor performance and improvement metrics.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>Strategically partner with the businesses to assess current/future business needs. Lead sourcing projects in a timely manner, producing optimum results through market research, analysis, and strategic negotiations.</li><li>Proactively analyze market trends and conditions, recommend sustainable cost reduction initiatives, service enhancements and supplier management strategies.</li><li>Develop and manage bids or proposals incorporating business requirements, commercial requirements, company policies and risk criteria.</li><li>Responsible for conducting a rigorous vendor selection process in each sourcing event to ensure future vendor compliance, including contractual requirements and KPI&rsquo;s.</li><li>Identify continuous improvement opportunities to improve the sourcing process and supplier onboarding process.</li><li>Resident expert in contract negotiation &amp; contract development. Analyze contractual clauses, work closely with legal counselors to propose alternatives, and create negotiable language for a wide variety of service agreements.</li><li>Manage projects related to new suppliers and their services, including handling complex implementation related issues with vendors as needed.</li><li>Continuously work with cross functional teams and support technical procurement processes as advisor, when required. Resident expert in sourcing policy, procedures &amp; processes.</li><li>Committed to become a trusted advisor to stakeholders across business units, influencing them to follow cost reduction initiatives, procurement policies and processes.</li><li>Understands category spending patterns, to be able to work on projections, develop long term models, and create value adding supplier relations.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and develop plans to solve supplier relationship conflicts.</li></ul><br>
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Supervisory Responsibilities:</div>
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This Job has no supervisory responsibilities but in special circumstances may lead the work of others.</div></div></div><div><div><div>
Education</div>
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, Communications, Marketing, Accounting, industrial Engineering, or related field.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Experience</b></div></div><div></div><div><br>
<ul>
<li>At least 3 years of experience negotiating with vendors, managing supplier relationships, executing sourcing or procurement activies, working in the banking industry, performing financial analysis and/ or managing 3rd party contracts.</li>
<li>Experience in project management strongly desired.</li>
<li>Proven experience conducting data analysis, quantitative supplier ratings, bids, and formal RFPs in a regulated industry.</li>
<li>Experience building sourcing strategies across multiple categories to capture cost reduction opportunities, and understanding market trends.</li>
<li>Proven experience negotiating contracts for facility management and construction service is preferred.</li></ul></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's)</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>Strong negotiation and conflict resolution abilities</li><li>Proven strategic skills.</li><li>Understanding of facilities management services and professional services negotiations</li><li>Strong planning and analytical skills</li><li>Ability to perform critical evaluation of proposals and contract clauses.</li><li>Extensive knowledge of all Supplier Management Lifecycle phases.</li><li>Excellent communication, presentations skills in English and Spanish.</li><li>Ability to multitask and prioritize.</li><li>Able to lead with initiative, sense of urgency and by building excellent stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Willing to travel if required.</li><li>Contract Management experience and ability to resolve contract negotiations.</li><li>Preferable Ariba or procurement platform experience</li><li>Expert user of technology tools (Power Point, Word, Excel, Teams)</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Values</b></div>
</div><div><div>1. Passion for People</div><div>
3. Succeed Together</div><div>
2. Own Every Moment</div><div>
4. Build the Future</div></div></div></div><div><b>
Important: </b>The candidate must provide evidence of academic preparation or courses related to the job posting, if necessary.</div>
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Our hybrid work model benefit applies to certain positions and is subject to changes based on the organizational needs.</div>
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ABOUT US</div>
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Popular is Puerto Rico&rsquo;s leading financial institution and have been evolving since it was founded over a century ago. From a small bank it has developed into a large corporation that offer a wide variety of services and financial solutions to our customers, with presence in the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America.</div>
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As employees, we are dedicated to making our customers dreams come true by offering financial solutions in each stage of their life. Our extensive trajectory demonstrates the resiliency and determination of our employees to innovate, reach for the right solutions and strongly support the communities we serve; therefore, we value their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds.</div>
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We reaffirm our commitment to always offer essential financial services and solutions for our customers and communities, including during emergency situations and/or natural disasters. Popular&rsquo;s employees are considered essential workers, whose role is critical in the continuity of these important services even under such circumstances. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that Popular may require your services during and immediately after any such events.</div>
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If you have a disability or need more information about requesting an accommodation, please contact us at </i><i>asesorialaboral@popular.com</i><i>. </i><b><i>This email inbox is monitored for such types of requests </i></b><b><i>only</i></b><i>. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed exemptions or reasonable accommodations. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.</i></div><br>
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Are you ready for a rewarding career?</b></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Category/ Sourcing Advisor

FirstBank

<div><p><b>BUSINESS UNIT COMPLIANCE OFFICER
</b></p><p><b>AUTO ADMINISTRATION SERVICES DEPT</b></p>
<p><b>FIRSTBANK PR</b></p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Our Company</b></p>
<p>At FirstBank PR, we strive to be a trusted advisor to our clients and our employees are the ones that ensure we deliver on our promise of excellence in personalized customer service. Our more than 3,100 employees in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and Florida share a passion for excellent customer service. We are proud of our team because they are continuously surpassing our client&rsquo;s expectations</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>A Brief Overview:</b></p>
<p>The Business Unit Compliance Officer (BUCO) serves as the primary liaison between the Auto Business Unit, the Enterprise Risk Management and Compliance Departments, ensuring operational alignment with regulatory requirements and enterprise-wide compliance programs. This analyst-level role coordinates all audit-related activities&mdash;including regulatory, internal, external, and quality audits&mdash;while supporting the maintenance of risk frameworks, policies, and standards. The BUCO also assists the Auto Operations Director with ad hoc analyses, process improvements, and monitoring report compilation, and plays a key role in identifying compliance risks, implementing controls, and fostering a culture of accountability and regulatory awareness across the business.</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>What you&rsquo;ll do</b>:</p><p><br>
</p><p> <b>Regulatory &amp; Compliance Liaison</b></p>
<ul><li> Serve as the primary conduit between the Auto Business Unit and ERM/Compliance teams to ensure consistent communication and alignment on regulatory and risk matters.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Assists Auto Business in monitoring all sources of risk existing within the business. Engages in research, peer networking, and experience to anticipate critical risk issues impacting the Auto Business.
</li><li> Understands where credit, operational, strategic, reputational, compliance, and model risks exist in the Auto Business and continually assesses and assists in improving and documenting controls to mitigate those risks.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Interpret and communicate regulatory changes and enterprise compliance initiatives to Auto Operations stakeholders.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Ensure timely implementation of compliance requirements across Auto Business processes.</li></ul><p><br>
 </p><p><b>Operational Analysis &amp; Reporting</b></p>
<ul><li> Provide ad hoc analytical support to the Auto Operations Director, including data-driven insights, risk assessments, and advisory input on the execution of Auto Operations Division activities.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Investigate operational trends and performance issues, develop targeted reports, and offer recommendations to improve business execution and compliance alignment.</li></ul><ul>
<li>Compile, validate, and enhance monitoring reports to track compliance performance and operational metrics.</li>
<li>Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements aligned with compliance and risk objectives.</li></ul><br>
<p></p><p><b>Audit Coordination &amp; Readiness</b></p>
<ul><li>Lead and organize efforts for internal, external, regulatory, quality, and compliance audits.</li>
<li>Coordinate documentation, evidence gathering, and stakeholder engagement during audit cycles.</li>
<li>Track audit findings and ensure timely remediation and reporting</li>
<li>Assist the General Auditor&rsquo;s in the review of the status of implementation of internal audit observations and recommendations.
</li><li>Perform data quality review for new loans and leases entered in our systems</li>
<li>Reviews loans rejected by systems due to missing information and performs corresponding corrections.</li></ul><br>
<p></p><p><b>Risk &amp; Policy Support</b></p>
<ul><li> Assist in maintaining and updating risk frameworks, policies, and standards relevant to Auto Operations.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Support regulatory affairs activities, including license renewals, reporting obligations, and compliance certifications.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Monitor emerging risks and regulatory trends impacting the Auto Business.</li></ul><p><b><br>
</b></p><p><b>Process Enhancement &amp; Governance</b></p>
<ul><li> Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new processes or enhance existing ones for better compliance alignment.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Support governance activities such as policy reviews, control testing, and compliance training coordination.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Maintain documentation and dashboards to support transparency and decision-making.</li></ul><p><br>
</p><p>Coordinate and support special projects as requested by management.</p><br>
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<p></p><p><b>What You&rsquo;ll Need to Succeed</b></p><p><br>
 </p><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Business Administration is required. Minimum of three to five years of experience in Project, Credit, Compliance Portfolio or Enterprise Risk management, or related field within an internal/external auditing function. Fully bilingual is required (English &amp; Spanish)</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Competencies:</b></p><p><br>
</p><ul><li> Strong Knowledge in Banking Policies</li><li>
 Self-directed and self-motivated with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment and efficiently manage multiple tasks and priority management</li><li>
 Advanced communication skills, both written and verbal (English and Spanish)</li><li>
 Skilled knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel &amp; Power Point)</li><li>
 Experienced of bank operational processes and systems</li><li>
 Strong analytical skills</li><li>
 Exceptional organization and time management ability.</li><li>
 Detail oriented.</li></ul><br>
<p></p><p><b>EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</b></p></div><p></p>

BUSINESS UNIT COMPLIANCE OFFICER-AUTO ADMINISTRATION SERVICES DEPT-FIRSTBANK PR

Tax Law Solutions

<p><b>Relocation assistance is not available for this position.</b></p><p><b>Summary</b></p><p>The Legal and Tax Compliance Consultant provides comprehensive support in legal and tax matters, ensuring adherence to corporate legal standards and tax regulations across all business operations. This role contributes to the development and optimization of business strategies, providing support for documentation, implementation, contracts, research, and client-facing deliverables. The Legal and Tax Compliance Consultant will provide general legal and operational support for all company clientele, including implementation, contract and documentation support, and corporate structure. This position will also support the Legal Director and the legal team&rsquo;s needs in all legal affairs, including, but not limited to, in labor, litigation, corporate, and/or compliance matters.</p><p><b>Responsibilities: </b></p><p>As the Legal and Tax Compliance Consultant, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:</p><ul><li>Collaborate with the company&rsquo;s departments to ensure legal compliance in all company client structures and strategies.</li><li>Ensure all the company clients meet ongoing economic substance requirements.</li><li>Lead the development of strategic roadmaps, recommendations, structuring, implementation, and strategies for clients.</li><li>Prepare and deliver presentations to clients on business strategies and organizational structures.</li><li>Respond to client questions and concerns.</li><li>Collect, verify, and process client information and needs to complete all required transactions.</li><li>Interface with the client and their personnel to obtain information and deliver projects.</li><li>Monitor and document client progress.</li><li>Assist with the client&rsquo;s tax compliance needs and update the tax reports as needed.</li><li>Apply tax and legal technical knowledge to specific client situations.</li><li>Develop and draft contracts and legal documents, including but not limited to Independent Contractor Agreements, PRS Services Agreements, Buy-Sell Agreements, Membership Certificates, Redemptions and Resolutions, and Suspense and Termination Agreements.</li><li>Maintain corporate records and documents.</li><li>Create and/or document policies, procedures, and programs.</li><li>Track and manage deadlines and key steps in any service or legal issues.</li><li>Structure, draft, review, and analyze reports and other legal documents, as needed.</li><li>Guide managers with grants, rules, and regulations.</li><li>Clearly communicate work plan and project objectives to clients and cross-functional teams.</li><li>Participate as part of a cross-functional team.</li><li>Independently examine and interpret legal documents related to ongoing litigations and assist in complex HR matters.</li><li>Perform other projects as assigned by Management.</li><li>Support the company's Legal Director in all legal matters, including, but not limited to, labor, corporate, compliance, and litigation.</li><li>Aid in sourcing and coordinating external resources to support legal or litigation needs.</li><li>Provide direct assistance to the company&rsquo;s Legal Director in overseeing and supporting the company's outside counsel in any litigation processes.</li><li>Investigate, research, and analyze a wide spectrum of legal issues and business challenges to support informed decision-making.</li><li>Offer feedback to the Legal Director and the company&rsquo;s Manager regarding client needs and, when necessary, develop and generate strategies to address them.</li><li>Conduct research and analysis of a wide range of corporate law, tax law, Uniform Commercial Code, business transactions, and legal issues.</li><li>Assist the Legal Director with the training of new team members.</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Education and Experience: Juris Doctor degree required, with a preference for candidates experienced in business law, tax law, and finance. A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or corporate/accounting environment is expected.</li><li>Legal Knowledge: Strong understanding of Puerto Rico corporate and tax law, with the ability to apply legal principles effectively to complex business situations.</li><li>Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities in English, complemented by strong presentation skills and the capacity to explain complex information clearly.</li><li>Professional Attributes: Highly motivated, creative, and adaptable professional, capable of thriving in fast-paced and high-intensity environments.</li><li>Attention to Detail: Meticulous and detail-oriented, demonstrating a high level of accuracy in documentation, data entry, and analytical work.</li><li>Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, maintaining focus and efficiency with minimal supervision.</li><li>Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.</li><li>Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess legal and business issues and propose sound solutions.</li><li>Confidentiality: Demonstrates the highest standards of professional discretion and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $54,400.00 - $64,500.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid sick time</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Juan, PR 00918</p>

TLS - Legal and Tax Compliance Consultant

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Category/ Sourcing Advisor

BUSINESS UNIT COMPLIANCE OFFICER-AUTO ADMINISTRATION SERVICES DEPT-FIRSTBANK PR

TLS - Legal and Tax Compliance Consultant