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Job Summary: Procurement/supply chain professional to work on negotiation, pricing, and supplier management in retail/wholesale, with a focus on competitiveness and results. Key Highlights: 1. Focus on negotiation and price optimization with suppliers 2. Strategic development and management of assortment and promotions 3. Data-driven decision-making and strategic market vision Description: Education: Completed High School; Experience: Minimum of 2 years in procurement/supply chain roles within the retail and/or wholesale sector. Behavioral/Technical Skills: * Negotiation skills for procurement and promotional activities with suppliers; * A mindset that challenges pricing, constantly seeking the best commercial terms and negotiating to pay the lowest possible price without compromising quality; * Analytical ability to interpret performance indicators and make data-driven decisions; * Organizational and planning skills to manage tasks and execute them productively and efficiently; * Strategic market vision for pricing, promotional activities, and building a competitive assortment; * Proficiency in analytical tools, especially Excel at intermediate or advanced level; * Ability to manage contracts and maintain ethical, effective relationships with suppliers; * Handling confidential information responsibly and ethically, respecting access limits and confidentiality, as strategic data may directly impact company performance. Preferred Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Commercial Management, or related fields. * Proficiency in BI tools and market analysis. * Planning, negotiating, and executing merchandise procurement to ensure competitiveness and product availability, as well as payment terms, aligned with authority levels and guidelines defined by the Commercial Directorate; * Pricing merchandise within assigned category; * Managing inventory levels and supply flow; * Executing promotional activities, negotiating flyers, marketing initiatives, and commercial investments; * Suggesting changes to product mix; * Developing new suppliers, managing contracts, and analyzing market trends; * Monitoring performance indicators, sales evolution, margins, and competitiveness. 2512200202551439399