IT Procurement Associate — Learn, Negotiate, Deliver

COFCO International; Porto; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

COFCO International is seeking an IT Buyer to support the procurement lifecycle of IT goods and services in Porto. You will process requisitions, convert them to orders, track deliveries, and help maintain accurate procurement data under the mentorship of senior team members.

Role emphasizes learning IT procurement fundamentals, vendor interactions, and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with company policies and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, supply chain, economics, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn procurement processes.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work in cross‑functional teams.
• Familiarity with procurement systems or ERP tools.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders accurately and on time.
• Track order status, follow up with suppliers, and resolve basic delivery or invoicing issues.
• Maintain procurement documentation and ensure data accuracy across procurement tools and systems.
• Assist in communicating with vendors to obtain quotes, clarify requirements, and track deliveries.
• Support Buyers/Senior Buyers in conducting basic vendor evaluations and performance monitoring.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to clarify needs and ensure smooth procurement flow.
• Ensure all purchasing activities adhere to company policies, internal controls, and compliance standards.
• Support contract administration tasks such as document collection, signature routing, and repository maintenance.
• Assist in gathering price benchmarks, market information, and supplier data.
• Update reports, procurement dashboards, or spend analyses under guidance from senior team members.
• Contribute to identifying cost‑saving opportunities through basic data insights.
• Participate in process optimization initiatives within the procurement team.
• Learn and apply best practices in IT procurement and vendor management.
• Proactively seek ways to improve efficiency, accuracy, and service to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

ERP familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, IT, Supply Chain, Economics, or related field

Tools

ERP tools

Job description

COFCO International is seeking an IT Buyer to support the procurement lifecycle of IT goods and services in Porto. You will process requisitions, convert them to orders, track deliveries, and help maintain accurate procurement data under the mentorship of senior team members.

Role emphasizes learning IT procurement fundamentals, vendor interactions, and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with company policies and controls.