Buyer

dsm-firmenich; Cotia; Híbrido; BRL 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading company in chemical manufacturing seeks a Buyer for the Latin America region. In this mid-senior level role, you'll be pivotal in shaping procurement strategies, optimizing supplier performance, and driving efficiency. Join a diverse team committed to innovation and sustainability in a hybrid work environment.

Serviços

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualificações

• Experience in Procurement or a Technical Business environment.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Communication in English is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes including supplier selection and negotiations.
• Manage supplier relationships to meet operational and financial goals.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and monitor the Procure-to-Pay process.

Conhecimentos

Strategic thinking

Negotiation skills

Communication skills in Spanish

Collaboration

Resilience

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in a technical and/or business discipline

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Job Title: Buyer, Latin America

Location: São Paulo

Job Model: Hybrid

As a vital link between Procurement and Manufacturing, this role reports to the Lead Americas Indirect Procurement and leads sourcing efforts for Opex and Capex for multiple sites in Latin America. You’ll play a key role in shaping procurement strategies, optimizing supplier performance, and ensuring value-driven outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders at Manufacturing & Laboratory sites, ensuring smooth coordination and communication.
• Collaborate with Category Managers to develop and implement local and regional strategies for Indirect Manufacturing and Capex procurement.
• Lead end-to-end procurement processes including supplier selection, negotiations, tendering, contracting, and management for technical goods and services (Opex and Capex), and deliver savings.
• Build and manage supplier relationships to meet operational and financial goals, fostering innovation and sustainable solutions.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, monitor the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, and drive process efficiency and savings reporting.
• Manage contracts proactively, including renewals and tenders, while facilitating structured and result-oriented stakeholder communication.
  
  

We Bring

• A legacy of strategic procurement excellence and collaborative leadership, driving impactful supplier partnerships and operational efficiency across manufacturing and laboratory sites.
• A professional highly motivated team of diverse employees who aren’t afraid to think outside of the box.
• A truly global and collaborative team that cares about the experience of our employees.
• The encouragement you need to develop and achieve personal growth.
• A role that is crucial on projects and business continuity and allows you to build your brand.
• A caring and supportive environment where you’re empowered to grow and share your ideas.
  
  

You Bring

• A bachelor’s degree in a technical and/or business discipline, with experience in Procurement or a Technical Business environment; project management experience is a plus.
• Communication skills in Spanish, enabling effective collaboration across diverse stakeholders.
• Communication in English (Desirable)
• A proven team player mindset—acting as a "spider in the web" to connect people, processes, and priorities seamlessly.
• Strategic thinking, creativity, and a collaborative approach to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with a business-savvy, results-oriented attitude and the ability to manage complexity.
• High resilience and emotional intelligence, with an entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  
  

The application process.

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal. For further information, please contact Shradha Tiwari, Talent Acquisition Partner ([e-mail])

Equal Opportunities Commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate; there's a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich. Dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

About Dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world's growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet dsm-firmenich is a Swiss Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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