




Job Summary: A professional responsible for developing and executing strategic procurement plans, analyzing demand, negotiating with suppliers, and optimizing resources to achieve the best cost and quality. Key Highlights: 1. Develop strategic procurement plans aligned with company objectives 2. Negotiate contracts with suppliers to maximize results and cost-effectiveness 3. Monitor and analyze performance indicators for continuous improvement **Responsibilities:** * Develop strategic procurement plans aligned with the company's needs and objectives. * Analyze internal and external demand to determine quantities and specifications of products to be procured. * Identify new procurement trends and concepts in the market to maintain the company's competitiveness. * Monitor product seasonality and adjust procurement planning as needed. * Develop procurement strategies that optimize company resources and minimize risks. * Review and analyze purchase requests received from various departments within the company. * Prepare budgets and quotations with suppliers, seeking the best conditions regarding price, delivery time, and quality. * Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with suppliers to maximize company results, especially concerning optimal merchandise cost. * Research and evaluate current and potential suppliers, considering their reputation, delivery capacity, and product quality. * Maintain an up-to-date supplier database to facilitate selection and decision-making processes. * Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships. * Communicate\-regularly with suppliers to track order status, resolve issues, and identify improvement opportunities. * Monitor and analyze key procurement performance indicators, such as average delivery time, supplier satisfaction index, total acquisition cost, among others. * Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions to enhance procurement department performance. **Requirements:** * Academic degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or related fields. * Prior experience in procurement roles, preferably in the Retail Hardware and Tools sector. * Knowledge of negotiation techniques and supplier management. * Analytical ability to evaluate commercial proposals and make strategic decisions. * Communication and teamwork skills. * Proficiency in computer tools, especially procurement management systems. * Willingness to travel.


