PROCUREMENT SUPERVISOR

Description

Job Summary: A professional to supervise and coordinate the procurement team, with direct involvement in operational activities, aiming at cost optimization, supplier management, and continuous process improvement. Key Highlights: 1. Hands-on involvement in procurement and team supervision 2. Focus on cost reduction and supplier management 3. Process optimization and performance indicators **Description and Responsibilities:** **Working Hours:** 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM **Level:** Supervision/Coordination **Employment Type:** Not Specified* *Hands-on* \- regularly perform Buyer-level tasks to reduce the direct workload on the procurement department and ensure rapid response to other company departments. * Supervise the procurement team to meet internal customers' demands with optimal cost/benefit ratio and shortest possible response time; * Lead the team across various procurement activities, developing each team member, providing guidance, and ensuring compliance with company Normative Instructions and policies; * Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) for area control and management, reporting to senior leadership, and implementing action plans if deviations require correction; * Monitor supplier market indicators to anticipate trends and establish procurement strategies; * Continuously improve payment terms with suppliers; * Ensure H2F's competitiveness in material and service procurement to enhance margins, and implement projects to reduce costs/waste; * Manage suppliers regarding financial, service delivery, reputation, and ethical risks, incorporating performance and sustainability indicators; * Evaluate current processes and propose improvements to accelerate and streamline demand fulfillment reliably and consistently; * Manage departmental headcount costs, if requested. **Requirements:** Bachelor’s degree completed: Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or Finance. Postgraduate degree and/or MBA (preferred): Procurement/Supply Chain, Business Administration, or Finance. * Negotiation skills and experience. * Experience as a Buyer. * Experience in a management role. * Knowledge of contract management. * Financial knowledge (Income Statement, taxes, duties, etc.). * Understanding of how political and economic decisions (e.g., SELIC rate, exchange rates, taxes, etc.) impact material and service procurement. * Supplier management. * Experience with ERP and Power BI management tools. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including intermediate Excel. **Benefits:** No benefits specified