Purchasing Assistant

GHD; Santiago; Híbrido; CLP 10.044.000 - 14.508.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

GHD is seeking a Procurement Assistant in Santiago to support vendor lifecycle, onboarding, contracting, performance monitoring and renewals. The role involves sourcing, contract initiation/renewal, pricing negotiations, and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners.

You will track vendor performance, develop reports, and contribute to GHD’s ESG commitments. A hybrid work model applies, with in-office collaboration three days a week.

Formación

• 2+ years of strategic procurement experience.
• Experience with data analysis tools (SQL, Power BI, Excel).
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Degree or certification in business administration, procurement, finance, or related field preferred.
• Salesforce experience is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Work closely with the projects team to understand procurement requirements.
• Initiate and renew contracts including framework/service line agreements; negotiate pricing and terms.
• Engage vendors to align with ESG commitments.
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external partners.
• Measure vendor performance and conduct quarterly/annual reviews.
• Build reports and analyze data; vendor segmentation.
• Assist in growing supplier diversity program.
• Follow Procurement Guidelines and procedures.

Conocimientos

Data analysis

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Communication

English proficiency

Vendor management

Procurement

Educación

Business administration degree

Herramientas

Salesforce

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That's why we are committed to empowering all our people to make a positive impact. By combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and business partners, we help solve some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

Discover how far your commitment can take you.

Join a global leader in professional services. We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy, and urbanization.

Our Santiago office has a new opportunity for a Procurement Assistant to join our team to assist with vendor life cycle, onboarding, contracting, performance monitoring, relationship building and contract renewals.

Additional responsibilities include the following:

• Work closely with the projects team to understand details of strategic procurement requirements including sourcing, pre-qualification, etc.
• Initiate and renew contracts including framework agreements, service line agreements, etc., negotiate pricing, terms, and provisions
• Engage, educate, and influence indirect and direct vendors to align to GHDs Environmental, Sustainable and Governance (ESG) commitments
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with internal and external partners
• Measure and monitor vendor performance and compliance with agreements, contracts, conduct quarterly and annual performance reviews and provide feedback to team on gaps, and business opportunities
• Build industry, vendor, category, business unit, etc. specific reports, analyze data, and report on gaps and opportunities to the team including vendor segmentation
• Assist in growing GHD’s supplier diversity program
• Perform all responsibilities within GHD Procurement Guidelines and ensure relevant processes and procedures are followed

Our Hybrid Work Model:

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

What you’ll bring to the team:

• 2+ years of strategic procurement experience including data analysis, sourcing, vendor management, and contract management
• High proficiency with data management and analysis tools such as SQL, Power BI, Excel (intermediate to expert)
• Strong communication skills and problem-solving skills
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitaskProactive attitude towards work, teamwork, and cooperation
• English Proficiency
• Previous experience with Salesforce is considered an asset
• Degree or certification in business administration, procurement, finance, or related field preferred