Procurement Manager-Building material-Brazil-Portuguese / Chinese

Key Responsibilities

1.Strategic Sourcing

Develop and execute procurement strategies for direct materials,such as raw materials, packaging and indirect categories (MRO, logistics, CAPEX).

Identify, evaluate, and onboard local / global suppliers to ensure cost, quality, and delivery targets.

2.Supplier Management

Negotiate contracts, manage supplier relationships, and conduct performance reviews (QCD : Quality, Cost, Delivery).

Mitigate supply risks and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

3.Cost Optimization

Analyze market trends, conduct TCO analysis, and implement cost-saving programs without compromising quality.

4.Cross-functional Collaboration

Align with R&D, production, and logistics teams to ensure seamless material flow and inventory control.

Coordinate with HQ (China) on global procurement policies and supply chain integration.

5.Compliance & Process Improvement

Ensure adherence to company policies, local regulations (Brazil), and sustainability standards.

Optimize procurement workflows through digital tools and best practices.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education : Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field. Master’s / MBA preferred.

Experience : 5+ years in procurement / sourcing, preferably in manufacturing, construction materials, or industrial sectors.

Proven track record in managing end-to-end procurement cycles and supplier development.

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and data analytics tools.

Languages :

Mandatory : Fluency in Portuguese and English.

Mandatory : Professional proficiency in Chinese (普通话) to communicate with HQ and Chinese suppliers.