PURCHASING ASSISTANT - NOVA RUSSAS

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Job Summary: We are seeking a proactive and committed Purchasing Assistant who values strong relationships with suppliers and team members to ensure efficiency and quality in the procurement of products and services. Key Highlights: 1. Negotiation and closing of material and service purchases 2. Cost analysis and efforts to reduce expenses (cost saving) 3. Supplier identification, negotiation, and qualification **WHO WE ARE?** Vexnet Telecom was founded in 1994 in Nova Russas – CE. The company is the result of the effort and boldness of entrepreneurs who, from an early stage, believed in bringing technology and connectivity to the interior regions of the state. **ORGANIZATIONAL IDENTITY** MISSION: To be the most innovative brand with the largest number of customers connected through connectivity, consumption, and well\-being solutions in the Northeast. VISION: To connect people and deliver the best experiences. VALUES: Cooperation, Ownership Mindset, Commitment, and Honesty. We are looking for a committed and proactive Purchasing Assistant who values building strong relationships with our suppliers and our team, ensuring efficiency and quality in product procurement while supporting our purchasing processes responsibly and ethically. **WHAT WILL BE YOUR CHALLENGES?** * Negotiation and closing of material and service purchases; * Preparation and control of departmental budgets (forecast vs. actual); * Cost analysis and efforts to reduce expenses (cost saving); * Budgeting for projects (FTTH, FTTX, and Rural Radio), as required by respective departments; * Procurement of activation materials (ONT, Drop, Connectors, and auxiliary materials); * Procurement for minimum stock replenishment and maintenance (radio, fiber, infrastructure, technical team, and NOC); * Inventory control (ABC curve, material turnover, and prevention of stockouts); * Monitoring of deadlines, lead time, order tracking, and delivery follow\-up; * Procurement of materials for building maintenance, renovation, and opening of new stores; * Procurement of consumables (cleaning, hygiene, and office supplies); * Supplier identification, negotiation, and qualification; * Management and monitoring of supplier contracts and performance; * Validation of service invoices (new, cancelled, and updated) and document verification; * Organization and control of contracts and material registrations; * Preparation and presentation of departmental reports and KPIs; * Economic feasibility analysis for new projects; * Annual procurement planning and strategic support for company expansion. **WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?** * Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or related fields; * Negotiation skills and ability to build strong relationships with suppliers; * Strong verbal and written communication skills; * ERP knowledge; * Teamwork; * Organizational skills; * Proficiency in MS Office Suite \- Word, Excel, PowerPoint (intermediate level). **WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR IN YOU?** * Prior experience in the field is a plus; * Analytical ability; * Critical thinking; * Initiative; * Commitment to quality and service excellence. Join us as a **\#Vexlover.**