Senior Direct Procurement Analyst

Description

Job Summary: Lead strategic direct procurement management, negotiating with suppliers to ensure acquisition of raw materials and inputs while pursuing efficiency and cost reduction. Key Highlights: 1. Strategic involvement in direct procurement with a focus on raw materials and inputs. 2. Opportunity to work in dynamic and challenging environments. 3. Collaboration with various departments to align the supply chain. About Us We are Forvis Mazars, with over 80 years of global expertise and more than 20 years of presence in Brazil. Present in over 100 countries, our professionals stand ready to support your company with Audit, Consulting, and BPO services recognized by the market in Brazil and worldwide. How It Works With Us Through our Staff Loan division, you can apply your experience across diverse corporate contexts, contributing to our standard of excellence in various operations and sectors. When assigned to one of our external engagements, you will have the opportunity to work in dynamic and challenging environments, directly contributing to our clients’ success. This engagement provides hands-on experience and continuous learning. You will also receive close support from the Forvis Mazars team, ensuring alignment throughout your assignment. **Responsibilities and Duties** * Manage strategic **direct procurement**, focusing on acquiring raw materials, components, packaging, and inputs required for manufacturing the company’s equipment and solutions. * Lead **quotation, negotiation, and supplier contracting processes**, seeking optimal commercial terms, cost reduction (COGS), and operational efficiency. * Negotiate **prices, delivery timelines, and commercial terms**, ensuring competitiveness and sustainability of the supply chain. * Plan and monitor **input supply**, ensuring material availability to meet operational and sales demand. * Manage and develop **suppliers**, ensuring quality, on-time delivery, and supply continuity. * Issue and track **purchase orders in the system**, ensuring alignment with internal processes. * Support **procurement planning based on sales forecasts and operational needs**, preventing stockouts or excessive purchases. * Monitor procurement KPIs, costs, and supplier performance. * Collaborate closely with departments such as **operations, engineering, supply chain, and finance**, ensuring alignment between demand and supply capacity. **Requirements and Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree completed in **Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Economics, or related fields**. * Proven experience in **direct procurement / strategic sourcing**. * Experience negotiating **raw materials, components, inputs, or production items**. * Experience in **commercial negotiation and supplier management**. * Experience in **demand-driven or sales-forecast-based procurement planning**. * Knowledge of **supply chain processes and cost control (COGS)**. Analytical profile, skilled negotiator, with strong strategic procurement vision. **What We Expect From You** * Commitment to deadlines, deliverables, and work quality; * Ability to adapt to different corporate environments and routines; * Proactivity in problem resolution and task execution; * Strong communication and interpersonal skills; * Responsibility, organization, and adaptability; * Willingness to collaborate with diverse teams and projects; **Benefits** * Gym network; * Psychological support channel; * Meal/Voucher allowance; * Transportation allowance; * Health insurance; * Dental insurance; * Life insurance. Minimum Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree