International Buyer (1)

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Job Summary: Professional responsible for developing and qualifying international suppliers, managing international procurement, negotiating commercial terms, and optimizing procurement processes with a focus on cost reduction. Key Highlights: 1. Strategic involvement in supply chain and international procurement management 2. Development and qualification of global suppliers 3. Intercultural negotiation and optimization of procurement processes Description: * Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Logistics, International Trade, or related fields; * Postgraduate degree or MBA in Supply Chain Management, International Procurement, or International Business is considered a plus. * Advanced English (negotiation, reading contracts and technical documents); * Intermediate/advanced Spanish is considered a plus. * ERP usage (SAP, Protheus, Oracle, Tecnicon, etc.); * Advanced Excel and Power BI (for cost reporting, KPIs, and trend analysis); * Critical analysis and problem-solving skills, with total cost of ownership (TCO) perspective; * Intercultural negotiation and assertive communication with international suppliers; * Planning and organization skills, ensuring timely delivery and compliance; * Strategic decision-making capability based on market and risk analysis; * Interpersonal skills for collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. * Develop and qualify international suppliers of direct materials, steel, and domestic freight services, aligned with company requirements, market opportunities, and the Integrated Quality and Environmental Management System; * Monitor execution of international purchase orders, ensuring adherence to delivery schedules, documentary compliance, and internal procedures; * Research and negotiate with international suppliers, evaluating commercial, technical, and quality conditions, as well as total acquisition cost (including exchange rates, taxes, tariffs, and logistics); * Contract and manage international freight services (maritime, air, and road), considering costs, lead times, risks, and reliability of logistics operators; * Monitor international and domestic steel markets, identifying price trends, exchange rate fluctuations, and supply conditions to support strategic sourcing decisions; * Maintain up-to-date commercial records in management systems (ERP), including price lists, contracts, and supply terms, ensuring reliable information for decision-making; * Act as a consultative support for internal customers, advising on supply alternatives, import feasibility, lead times, and associated risks; * Propose improvements to international procurement processes, focusing on cost reduction, enhanced competitiveness, logistical efficiency, and sustainability; * Participate in formalizing international supply contracts, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, applicable legislation, and best practices in compliance. 2512160202201868466