We are looking for an experienced leader for the purchase team with entrepreneur drive to take a hands-on approach with local and global suppliers.

Our client is a fast-growing industry willing to expand it’s operations in Brazil.

You’ll be a strategic part of the organization that will develop and implement an strong procurement strategy.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead purchasing team in supplier selection, material procurement and supplier performance monitoring activities;
• Manage and develop procurement staff to ensure best in class supplier management program;
• Track current and future information on applicable commodities and material cost drivers to indentify cost saving opportunities;
• Ensure departmental goals are aligned with supply chain goals and company’s corporate strategy;
• Manage relationships with local and global suppliers and identifying opportunities of cost savings;
• Ensure requirements and project deliverable dates are met through clear communication, understanding, and execution;
• Identify best business practices and implement the processes together with customer and suppliers, looking for opportunities for business process improvement;
• Ensure adherence to standard controls and drive teams to achieve compliance and security controls;
• Make shure the requirements and projects deliverable dates are met through clear communication, understanding, and execution;
• Oversee monthly purchasing reports and KPIs.

Requirements:

• Background in a fast-paced manufacturing environment;
• Experience working with global suppliers;
• Must be a proven mamager with a great track record of strong leadership;
• Strong comunication skills;
• Fluent English is mandatory.