**Advance your professional journey with Karsten!** We are a people-first company that has been revolutionizing the home textiles market—bedding, table linens, bath products, and decorative fabrics—for **143 years**. Our essence lies in **valuing every step of the process**, with care and excellence. It all begins at the **Spinning Mill**, where we transform cotton into high-quality yarns. Next comes **Preparation and Weaving**, where our fabrics are born. During **Finishing**, we impart unique color, texture, and comfort to our products. Then, **Garment Manufacturing** adds the finishing touches that make all the difference. Finally, **Shipping** ensures our products reach homes across Brazil swiftly and with care. Here, every detail matters—and you can be part of this story! **Responsibilities and Duties** * Lead the procurement team, ensuring compliance with internal negotiation and supply policies and processes; * Build strategic supplier partnerships and lead medium- to high-impact negotiations; * Conduct cost studies and analyses, support bidding processes, and propose continuous process improvements; * Collaborate with internal departments (Operations, Maintenance, Marketing, HR, Tax, Receiving, Quality, etc.) to ensure agility and reliability in deliveries; * Promote innovation and support the implementation of new IT tools applied to procurement; * Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for Procurement, preparing strategic reports to support executive decision-making; **Requirements and Qualifications** * Degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or Engineering; * Minimum 5 years of relevant experience; * Specific training: Negotiation, process management, intermediate or advanced Excel; * Specific knowledge: Proven experience in supervising or leading procurement/supply teams; * ERP system knowledge (senior-level preferred); * Strategic, organized, process- and results-oriented profile; * Willingness to work on-site in Blumenau; * Strong negotiation skills; * Intermediate English proficiency; **Additional Information** * On-site Medical and Dental Assistance—we support your health and well-being; * Sports Association—for quality family time; * Education Assistance—your growth never stops! We cover 50% of your study costs; * Pharmacy Benefits—supporting you and your family at every stage; * Discount Partnerships—maximize your benefits; * Unimed Health Plan—caring is in our essence; you and your family are our priority; * Profit Sharing Program (PLR)—we reward those who drive success with us; * On-site Restaurant—to simplify your daily routine; * Life Insurance—essential support during difficult times; * Topic (company shuttle service)—for maximum comfort and safety in commuting; * Transportation Allowance—for even more practical commuting; * Meal Voucher—to fully enjoy weekends with your family; * On-site Quick Massage—recharge during breaks; * Company Anniversary Celebrations—your journey matters, and so do those who shared it with you. **And much more!** Welcome to Karsten—a company built by people, whose essence is caring for every detail. We are one of Brazil’s longest-standing companies, with over 143 years of history, and we value a team committed to giving their best in everything they do—prioritizing collective well-being and results. For the 8th consecutive year, we’ve been recognized as one of Santa Catarina’s best companies to work for by Great Place to Work. A benchmark for superior quality, beauty, comfort, and innovation, we are pioneers in bedding, table linens, bath products, and decorative fabrics. Headquartered in Blumenau, Santa Catarina, with facilities in Gaspar and Ibirama, plus 10 company-owned stores nationwide, we employ approximately 2,300 people. Our brands are Karsten, Karsten Decor, and Trussardi. Are you ready to embark on this journey with us?