We are a fast-growing logistics and supply chain enterprise accelerating overseas expansion in Brazil. We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused Procurement Lead for the Brazil market to establish and run the local procurement system. This role takes end-to-end ownership of procurement strategy, supplier ecosystem development, cost optimization and team management in Brazil, serving as a core pillar to support the stable operation and sustained growth of our local logistics network.
Job Responsibilities
- Formulate and implement corporate procurement strategies, optimize procurement processes to achieve cost control and stable supply chain.
- Analyze market trends and supplier dynamics, and build risk response mechanisms.
- Source, evaluate and manage supplier resources, and maintain the approved supplier list.
- Lead supplier negotiations, sign framework agreements, and sustain long-term partnership.
- Conduct regular supplier performance evaluation (quality, delivery, service, etc.) and drive continuous improvement.
3. Cost Control
- Reduce procurement cost via quotation comparison, negotiation, bidding and other approaches to meet annual cost reduction targets.
- Monitor raw material price fluctuation and formulate procurement plans to hedge market risks.
4. Cross-functional Collaboration
- Cooperate with operations, finance, administration and other teams to guarantee on-time material supply and fulfill business requirements.
- Handle urgent procurement requests and resolve unexpected supply chain issues.
5. Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and local laws & regulations (including anti-bribery, environmental requirements, etc.).
- Administer procurement contracts and mitigate legal and delivery risks.
6. Team Management
- Lead the procurement team, set up and track KPIs, and improve the overall capability of the team.
Requirements
- 1. Bachelor’s degree or above, major in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, International Trade or related fields is preferred.
- 2. Minimum 5 years of procurement experience with exposure to transportation capacity procurement; 3+ years of team management experience (flexible subject to company scale).
- 3. Solid understanding of supply chain characteristics in relevant industries (manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, logistics, etc.).
- 4. Strong negotiation and cost analysis skills, familiar with mainstream procurement tools.
- 5. High integrity, good stress tolerance and outstanding cross-functional coordination skills.
- 6. Fluent communication in Portuguese or English.