Direct Procurement Specialist

Lubrizol Corporation; São Paulo; Híbrido; BRL 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading company in the chemical industry is seeking a Procurement Specialist LATAM to manage raw material sourcing across the region. This hybrid role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and key suppliers, focusing on cost-effective supply and strategic procurement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in Portuguese and English.

Qualificações

• Minimum of 7 years of procurement experience, preferably in the chemical or manufacturing industry.
• Fluent in Portuguese and English; Spanish is a plus.
• Familiarity with TPM (Third-Party Manufacturing) is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Elaborate and execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories such as specialty chemicals and commodities.
• Develop and manage relationships with regional and global suppliers.
• Lead negotiations, implement contracts, and ensure compliance with company policies.

Conhecimentos

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain

MBA

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Summary:

The Procurement Specialist LATAM will be responsible for sourcing and managing a portfolio of raw materials across the region. Reporting to the LATAM Senior Procurement Manager, this role is essential to ensuring cost-effective, timely, and reliable supply aligned with Lubrizol’s strategic goals.

The position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, strong engagement with key suppliers, and delivery of value through contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and market intelligence. This is a hybrid role, with 3 days per week on-site at our São Paulo office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Elaborate and execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories such as specialty chemicals and commodities.
• Develop and manage relationships with regional and global suppliers, acting as a representative of the Lubrizol brand.

• Support cross-functional business needs through close collaboration with operations, supply chain, quality, and technical teams.
• Analyze market trends and risks to support business continuity planning and category strategy development.
• Lead negotiations, implement contracts, and ensure compliance with company policies and regional regulations.
• Identify and deliver cost savings opportunities while maintaining quality and service levels.
• Track key performance indicators and contribute to procurement reporting and dashboards.
• Support sustainability, diversity, and innovation goals in the supplier base.

Desired Background and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field. MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of procurement experience, preferably in the chemical or manufacturing industry.

• Familiarity with TPM (Third-Party Manufacturing) is a plus.

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Fluent in Portuguese and English; Spanish is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
• Demonstrated sense of ownership, integrity, and customer focus.

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