Junior Buyer

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Job Summary: The Junior Buyer will optimize the supply chain, collaborating with suppliers and customers to ensure quality and efficiency in logistical and administrative processes. Key Highlights: 1. Crucial role in supply chain development and optimization 2. Dynamic work environment that fosters continuous learning 3. High visibility in strategic projects and professional growth Junior Buyer – Epiroc Brazil Commerce of Products and Services for Mining and Construction Ltd. **Location:** Parauapebas, Brazil **Business Area:** Equipment \& Service **Department:** MR Procurement **Employment Type:** Full-time (FTE 1\) **Work Mode:** On-site About Epiroc It all starts with people. At Epiroc, we are driving transformation in the mining and construction industries toward a sustainable future. We focus on developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support across more than 150 countries. Our corporate culture is built on inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunity for all, promoting an environment where each individual's talent is recognized and valued. Job Mission Ensure excellence in our suppliers’ management systems, processes, and products to continuously optimize the supply chain and fully satisfy our end customers. Job Description As a Junior Buyer, you will play a crucial role in the development and optimization of the supply chain. You will collaborate with strategic suppliers, internal customers, and other departments to secure the best components at the lowest possible cost, ensuring quality and efficiency in procurement-related logistical and administrative processes—including fleet and facilities management. Key Responsibilities * Efficiently develop and maintain the supply chain, ensuring availability of competitive and market-appropriate components. * Optimize logistical processes to improve supplier delivery times and operational efficiency. * Build and maintain collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal customers to incorporate essential "know\-how" into products and services. * Participate in cross-departmental projects focused on quality improvement, cost reduction, logistics, and component localization. * Research and develop new sourcing options both locally and internationally. * Implement supplier benchmarking activities to encourage adoption of best practices. * Ensure supplier compliance with corporate policies regarding environment, health, occupational safety, and code of conduct. * Manage the local fleet, including scheduling and monitoring of vehicle maintenance, inspections, and cleaning, ensuring optimal usage and value retention. * Control inventories of office supplies, cleaning and hygiene products, and fixed assets at the branch. * Coordinate and actively participate in layout changes, facility maintenance, and civil works management. * Manage facility-related documentation and third-party service documentation (e.g., security and cleaning). * Administer payments related to facilities and fleet areas, supporting departmental financial management. * Provide support in organizing corporate events and internal activities. * Generate reports and analyses of key performance indicators (KPIs) for Procurement, Facilities, and Fleet, proposing process improvements and automation. Requirements and Experience * Completed undergraduate degree. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. * Intermediate English is considered a plus for managing international relationships. * Knowledge of Power BI is a differentiator for analysis and reporting. * Minimum two years of experience in supply or procurement roles, preferably with exposure to fleet and facilities management. * Essential competencies: negotiation skills, organizational ability, creativity, clear and effective communication, and capacity to build strong interpersonal relationships. Why Join Epiroc? * Constant interface with multiple departments and contracts at national and global levels, enriching your professional experience. * Dynamic work environment that fosters continuous learning and participation in diverse projects. * High visibility in strategic projects, enabling you to contribute and grow within an innovative context. * You will serve as the focal point for managing strategic stock and facilities suppliers at the Pará branch, developing key competencies in this area. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Epiroc, we firmly believe in equal opportunity for all individuals and actively promote an inclusive culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities, striving to build diverse teams and a respectful, enriching workplace. Location and Conditions This position is on-site in Parauapebas, Brazil, in a modern environment with support for professional development. You will have access to technological resources and ongoing training to support your responsibilities and growth within the organization. If you are passionate about procurement and supply and wish to be part of a purpose-driven initiative at a global company committed to innovation and sustainability, we invite you to apply and explore this unique opportunity at Epiroc. Learn More About Epiroc **It all starts with people.** The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support. All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.epiroc.com