The Purchasing Assistant will be responsible for supporting the purchasing department in negotiations with suppliers, order control, and monitoring the procurement process for materials and services. Will work in partnership with different areas to ensure the supply of inputs according to the company's demands, focusing on deadlines, quality, and cost\-effectiveness. * Conduct quotations and negotiations with suppliers; * Issue purchase orders and track delivery schedules; * Update and maintain the supplier database; * Control minimum and maximum inventory levels of materials; * Support the approval process for new suppliers; * Perform follow\-up on orders and deliveries; * Monitor supplier performance and report deviations; * Assist in preparing purchasing reports and departmental metrics.