Description: * Proven experience in managing indirect and MRO materials procurement, involving all procurement segments, such as: electrical materials, hydraulic, pneumatic, automation, valves, hygiene and cleaning, tools, tooling, packaging, office supplies, oils and lubricants, etc. * Advanced Office suite skills, especially Excel; Power BI is a plus. * Knowledge of procurement tools. * Previous proven experience in procuring materials, services, and all lines of indirect materials. * Demonstrate adaptability and willingness to manage diverse procurement commodities, even those not directly used within the client's plant. * Desired Behavioral Competencies: Communication; Results orientation; Negotiation; Critical thinking; Teamwork. * Show initiative in innovation, improving procurement processes, and continuously pursuing results. The professional will work in a Procurement BPO operation for a C\-PRO client, with the following main responsibilities: * Deeply understand the client's business, procedures, procurement segments, specific characteristics of each purchase, supplier base, etc. * Develop strategies to optimize the acquisition of products and services, considering cost, quality, and delivery timelines; * Align with the requesting area to ensure technical scope/input data is always submitted together with the RC opening, avoiding rework; * Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on criteria such as quality, price, delivery time, and reliability; * Conduct supplier negotiations to secure favorable contractual conditions (cost reductions) for the organization; * Identify, suggest, and implement process improvements aimed at increasing efficiency in procurement processes; * Apply e-procurement knowledge and tools, strategic sourcing, and other technological resources to improve processes; * Act as a buyer for products and services within their category, applying best market practices in the procurement process; * Manage their procurement categories autonomously, handling demands while respecting deadlines (SLAs) and agreed activities with the requesting area, compliance with policies, strategic management, and operational efficiency. * Responsible for the administrative aspects of procurement processes, including price registration, supplier data entry, updating price tables, purchase order issuance, and all necessary procedures related to the procurement area in the system provided by the client; * Handle emerging issues, such as quantity delays, and implement solutions; * Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies; * Create action plans for identified gaps; * Monitor and track procurement department performance goals and results; * Identify the best purchasing opportunities for products and services, seeking the best possible prices and alternative competitive sources through prospecting new suppliers; * Prepare price comparisons from supplier proposals and develop medium and high-complexity competition maps, equalizing supplier quotation offers; * Act as a Business Partner to Internal Clients to identify opportunities and supply strategies based on future consumption forecasts, aiming to streamline operations and reduce acquisition and maintenance costs; * Supplier Management and development of strategic alliances; * Ensure that products/services are delivered on time and meet required standards. * Manage supplier contracts, maximizing outcomes in negotiations and appointments, ensuring annual market competitions are conducted. · Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies that improve supply chain performance and product quality; · Communicate and lead formal meetings and presentations with suppliers, factory, and internal departments at all management levels; · Map cost reduction opportunities and process improvements within the production chain; · Develop and/or monitor internal reports for performance analysis of the department/suppliers; · Monitor economic and market indicators; · Reduce supply risks; · Responsible for price master data entry in SAP, updating price tables, and issuing purchase orders; · Monitor and ensure compliance with contractual SLAs; · Analyze market indices and trends for price reduction/adjustment to support negotiations; · Prepare presentations and reports for leadership; 251015020224410014