Senior Buyer (Construction and Renovation Services)

Description

Job Summary: Grupo Marista is seeking a Supply Chain professional to strategically manage the procurement of construction and renovation services, positively impacting people's lives. Key Highlights: 1. Purpose-driven work in education and healthcare. 2. Strategic procurement management for construction and renovation projects. 3. Focus on optimal cost-benefit ratio, quality, and contractual compliance. Do you want to help build a fairer and more solidarity-based society? Marista Group’s Supply Chain department is looking for a professional who wishes for their daily work to be meaningful and aligned with a mission that positively impacts the lives of those most in need—through education and healthcare. You will be responsible for the strategic management of procurement for construction and renovation-related services (contracting, specialized labor, and technical services), ensuring optimal cost\-benefit ratio, quality, schedule adherence, and contractual compliance—all aligned with project requirements and institutional guidelines. Does this opportunity resonate with you? **Responsibilities and Duties** * Lead end-to-end procurement processes for construction and renovation services—from requisition through contract formalization * Develop and manage competitive bidding procedures (RFP/RFQ) for contractors and service providers * Conduct joint technical and commercial proposal evaluations with Engineering and technical departments * Negotiate medium- and high-complexity contracts (scope, SLA, timelines, price adjustments, measurements, and penalties) * Develop, qualify, and approve strategic service suppliers * Manage contracts—including execution monitoring, measurements, and supplier performance tracking * Ensure adherence to construction budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities (cost saving) * Critically analyze technical scopes, descriptive specifications, and project documents prior to procurement * Support construction planning by aligning procurement activities with physical\-financial schedules * Monitor supplier and contract performance indicators (KPIs) * Resolve contractual disputes and deviations in execution * Ensure compliance with internal policies, technical standards, and applicable legislation **Requirements and Qualifications** * Completed undergraduate degree (Civil Engineering, Production Engineering, Business Administration, or related fields) * Solid experience in procurement/contracting within the civil construction sector * Strong background in service procurement (contracting and renovations) * Experience negotiating complex contracts and managing suppliers * Knowledge of reading and interpreting technical projects and scopes * Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems; BENNER preferred **Differentiators** * Experience with medium- or large-scale construction projects or multiple concurrent projects * Familiarity with Strategic Sourcing methodologies * Experience managing continuous or outsourced service contracts * Postgraduate degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Project Management **Additional Information** **What You’ll Find Here:** * Unimed Health Plan: Co-payment based, offering medical coverage and access to a high-quality accredited network * OdontoPrev Dental Plan: Nationwide coverage, with monthly premiums deducted from payroll * Education Incentive Program: Emphasis on professional and personal development, offering support for specialization, extension courses, language learning, and postgraduate studies at PUCPR * Meal Voucher * Quality of Life Program * Private Pension Plan * Life Insurance * Transportation Voucher * Free Parking * Wellhub (formerly Gympass): Access to numerous gyms with monthly membership fees deducted from payroll * Zenklub: Telehealth sessions with mental health specialists, including two free consultations per month * “Conte Comigo” Program: Multidisciplinary team providing social support, legal guidance (excluding labor law), financial and pension consulting * Benefits Club: Partnerships with companies across various sectors, offering special discounts on services and products **Salary:** Our salary proposal is determined based on multiple factors. If a defined salary range exists for this position, it will be communicated during the selection process. **Working Hours:** Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:24 PM **Location:** Administrative Building – PUCPR, Curitiba Campus (PR) If you aspire to join a team shaping tomorrow’s world, we’d love to meet you. Join us and **\#BeMarista**. We are Grupo Marista, an organization comprising over 6,000 employees united by a single purpose: nurturing ethical, fair, and compassionate citizens. To achieve this, we operate through our brands: **Centro Marista de Defesa da Infância (CMDI)**, which advocates for children’s and adolescents’ rights; **Editora FTD**, delivering transformative educational solutions; **Hospital São Marcelino Champagnat**, providing holistic and integrated patient care; **Hospital Universitário Cajuru**, recognized for humanitarian care; and **PUCPR**, committed to educating citizens engaged with life and societal progress. We belong to the Marista Brasil Centro\-Sul Province—a unit of the Marist Institute—and operate in Curitiba, Toledo, and Londrina (Paraná State), as well as São Paulo. In education, healthcare, and every community we serve, **humanity and excellence** walk hand-in-hand toward building an **increasingly fair and solidarity-based society**. This is the daily reality experienced by our employees—living a **balanced career alongside personal life**, making the world more humane. **We work for the common good**, where each small action is thoughtfully designed to **positively impact thousands of lives**: of those who care and are cared for, who teach and grow. Our **relationships are strong, authentic, and honor every individual** just as they are. Grounded in a **solid culture**, we find here the **purpose** that drives us every day. So, are you ready to join a team of people doing good? Explore our open positions and apply!