Internal Audit à Brésil

You are responsible for managing procurement activities, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, and maintaining strong supplier relationships within the railway industry. The role involves sourcing materials, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and project requirements. A background in Quantity Surveying is essential to support cost estimation and contract-related procurement decisions.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in procurement or contract management are an advantage.

• Minimum of 5 and above of procurement experience, preferably in the railway, construction, or infrastructure industry.
• Experience in tendering, contract negotiation, and vendor management.
• Familiarity with cost estimation, bill of quantities (BOQ), and contract terms.
• Knowledge of railway industry standards and procurement regulations is an added advantage.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing, and manage contract terms.
• Review and analyze supplier quotations against BOQs and project specifications.
• Support contract management, including variation orders and claims.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain a strong vendor database.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure timely procurement of materials and services.
• Assist in cost estimation and budget planning for procurement activities.
• Ensure procurement aligns with project cost control measures.
• Ensure procurement processes adhere to industry regulations and company policies.
• Identify and mitigate procurement risks, including supplier reliability and cost fluctuations.
• Manage documentation related to procurement contracts and supplier agreements.
• Assist in internal audits and reporting related to procurement.
• Support tender preparation and bid evaluations.
• Liaise with finance, project, and legal teams on procurement-related matters.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Department.

• Strong understanding of procurement principles, contract management, and cost estimation.
• Proficiency in procurement software and cost analysis tools.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to analyze BOQs and technical specifications for procurement decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of railway materials and industry-specific procurement is an advantage.