Indirect Procurement Specialist

The Lubrizol Corporation; São Paulo; Híbrido; BRL 150.000 - 300.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading company in chemical manufacturing is seeking an Indirect Procurement Specialist in São Paulo. This pivotal role involves managing indirect spend categories, engaging with suppliers, and developing effective sourcing strategies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement and strong negotiation skills.

Qualificações

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in indirect procurement in multinational settings.
• Fluent in Portuguese and English; Spanish is desirable.
• Demonstrated ownership and proactivity.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect categories.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure service excellence.
• Lead negotiations and contract management activities.

Conhecimentos

Negotiation

Analytical

Communication

Customer Focus

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field

MBA

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Position Summary

The Indirect Procurement Specialist LATAM will be responsible for managing a portfolio of indirect spend categories across the region. Reporting to the Indirect Procurement Coordinator, this role is critical to ensuring compliant, cost-effective, and timely procurement aligned with Lubrizol’s strategic objectives.

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

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned indirect categories such as facilities, utilities, professional services, packaging, MRO, and CAPEX.
• Manage supplier relationships and act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders, ensuring service excellence and alignment with business needs.
• Partner with functions such as Finance, Operations, HR, and Legal to support procurement initiatives and ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Lead negotiations and contract management activities through CLM, ensuring alignment with company policies and local regulations.
• Monitor market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings, innovation, and risk mitigation.
• Contribute to procurement KPIs, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts.

Desired Background And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field. MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in indirect procurement, preferably within multinational or matrixed organizations.
• Knowledge of local tax regulations and BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) environments is a plus.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Fluent in Portuguese and English. Spanish is desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Demonstrated ownership, proactivity, and customer focus.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

• Chemical Manufacturing and Research Services

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