Procurement Assistant

Description

Job Summary: The Procurement Assistant will be responsible for invoice verification, approval and control activities, equipment management, and participation in meetings aimed at improving the department. Key Highlights: 1. Support the procurement process and equipment control 2. Actively participate in the continuous improvement of the department 3. Opportunity for curious and motivated professionals The Procurement Assistant will be responsible for: •Verifying, requesting corrections for, and approving invoices for payment; •Maintaining and updating the invoice data spreadsheet and procurement control spreadsheets; •Forwarding invoices with pending issues to procurement staff; •Submitting daily reports to the finance department; •Verifying daily completion of control spreadsheets for organizational purposes; •Exporting weekly reports from the equipment control platform; •Notifying project managers of the equipment/project relationship according to the exported report; •Tracking requested equipment, equipment currently on-site, and equipment scheduled for dispatch; •Informing procurement staff when a new equipment request is needed or when an existing item must be withdrawn; •Participating in weekly meetings and proposing improvement ideas for the department. Requirements: * Advanced English; * Intermediate Excel skills; * Degree in Engineering, Administration, or related fields; * Strong communication skills; * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment; * Highly motivated and curious to learn. Preferred Qualifications: * Prior experience in negotiations; * Knowledge of wood-frame construction. On-site work in Juiz de Fora, MG. Workload: 44 hours per week.