South America Indirect Purchasing Supervisor - São Caetano do Sul/SP

Description
Hybrid: This position requires you to work on-site 3 times a week (Tue to Thu)
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
As a leader, you will be responsible for conducting purchasing activities to support sourcing, contract and supplier management activities in line with departmental strategy and objectives. You will provide technical guidance to the team for successful execution of programs.
EXPERTISE

• Possesses in-depth knowledge and working experience in the area supervised. Has broad knowledge of related areas and demonstrates good business acumen.
• Serves as a resource to their team for technical expertise, interaction with other teams and departments, and company policies and processes.
• Works independently on driving team results, determines resources to complete team assignments.

COMPLEXITY

• Creates and oversees operational plans for routine activities, which involve analyzing data and resolving issues within their area of responsibility.
• Engages with subordinates and peer groups, promoting cooperation and interpreting and explaining information for each audience.
• Effectively communicates and presents recommendations and results across several job areas.
• Serves as a mentor to more junior level employees, providing coaching and guidance on difficult issues.

SOFT SKILLS:

• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions based on quantitative information.

Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree completed in Business Administration, Engineer, or related Careers.
• Solid experience in similar positions (Purchasing).
• Microsoft Office: intermediate level.
• English advanced or fluent level.
• Availability to work in Sao Caetano Do Sul, Sao Paulo, Brazil, in a hybrid regime (3 times per week in person).

What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preference Qualifications)

• Spanish Speaking (desirable).
• Leadership experience.
• Knowledge of Data Tools/PowerBI (desirable).
• Active driver's license (CNH).

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