The **equipment buyer** is the professional responsible for **managing and executing the entire acquisition process of machinery, tools, and other equipment** required for a company’s operations. This role is strategic, aiming to ensure that the company is well-equipped, with quality and at the lowest possible cost. The main responsibilities of an equipment buyer include: * **Needs Identification:** Collaborating with other departments (such as production, maintenance, and engineering) to understand technical specifications and equipment requirements. * **Market Analysis:** Researching and analyzing the market to identify potential suppliers and emerging technologies or trends that could benefit the company. * **Quotation and Supplier Selection:** Requesting quotations, budgets, and technical proposals from different suppliers. Evaluating and selecting the most suitable partners based on criteria such as price, quality, delivery time, and payment terms. * **Negotiation:** Negotiating prices, delivery schedules, warranties, and maintenance contracts, always seeking the most advantageous conditions for the organization. * **Purchase Order Issuance and Follow-up:** Formalizing purchases by issuing orders and tracking delivery schedules to ensure deadlines are met. * **Contract and Compliance Management:** Ensuring all acquisitions comply with internal regulations and the company’s compliance policies, managing supply contracts. * **Cost and Budget Control:** Analyzing the available budget and seeking to reduce operational costs without compromising the quality or efficiency of acquired equipment. * **Supplier Relationship Management:** Maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to foster long-term partnerships. Job Type: Full-time CLT Salary: starting at R$2.000,00 per month Benefits: * Dental insurance * Meal allowance * Transportation allowance