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Comprador III

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flsmidth logoFlsmidth · Votorantim
ContractOn-site2w ago
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Responsibilities

  • Analyse and manage purchase requisitions for medium to large-scale steel fabrication items, casting, forging, equipment, buy-outs and services
  • Identify and develop strategic supplier partnerships aligned with technical and commercial requirements
  • Coordinate RFQs, evaluate supplier proposals, and ensure equal commercial and technical comparison standards
  • Conduct commercial negotiations including pricing, payment terms, freight, warranties, contractual conditions, bank guarantees management, and others
  • Collaborate with engineering and technical teams for technical evaluations and approvals of suppliers' proposals
  • Issue, manage and expedite purchase orders and contracts while ensuring compliance with company procedures and governance
  • Monitor procurement processes from estimating and sourcing through delivery execution
  • Support resolution of supplier payment inconsistencies and contractual issues
  • Drive supplier performance through SIFOT, and delivery management
  • Assist in supplier qualification, audits, and development of alternative sourcing strategies
  • Contribute to cost reduction initiatives and procurement savings targets
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement operations
  • Promote a strong HSEQA culture aligned with FLS standards and MissionZero principles
  • Participate in supplier visits, quality follow-up activities, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Procurement savings and cost optimization
  • Supplier payment terms performance
  • SIFOT (Supplier In Full On Time)
  • DIFOT (Delivery In Full On Time)
  • Purchase Order Turnaround Time (TAT)
  • Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related disciplines
  • Minimum 5 years of experience within Procurement or Supply Chain environments
  • Advanced English preferred
  • Spanish language skills desirable
  • Strong negotiation and supplier management capability
  • Knowledge of technical drawing interpretation, taxes, and procurement processes
  • Advanced Excel skills required
  • Desirable: Power BI, financial mathematics, and ERP Microsiga knowledge
  • Behavioural Skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commercial acumen and negotiation capability
  • Sense of urgency and ownership mindset
  • Critical thinking and analytical capability
  • Organizational and planning skills
  • Teamwork and stakeholder collaboration
  • Conflict management and problem-solving
  • Proactive and results-oriented attitude
  • Ability to perform in fast-paced operational environments

Benefits

Opportunity to work for a global leader in mining technology and servicesExposure to strategic procurement and supplier management initiativesCareer growth within an international organizationCollaborative and safety-driven cultureFlexible, innovative, and high-performing work environmentOpportunity to contribute to sustainable industrial solutions worldwideAs an equal opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply - the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is.FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to customers in the mining industries - for more information please visit FLSmidth.com/careersPT-BRNa FLS, estamos empenhados no desenvolvimento de soluções inovadoras de engenharia,Flexible schedule

Additional Information

At FLS, we are committed to developing innovative engineering, service, and technology solutions that enable our customers to improve productivity, efficiency, and sustainability across the global mining industry. Our people are at the center of everything we do, driving collaboration, operational excellence, and continuous improvement worldwide. Joining FLS means becoming part of a global team passionate about transforming industries through innovation, safety, and customer-focused solutions. The Products Business Line / Purchasing team plays a critical role in ensuring operational procurement excellence, supplier selection, and efficiency across our business. This team works closely with engineering, customer delivery, logistics, quality, and commercial stakeholders to secure the best technical and commercial outcomes for our customers and capital projects. Role Summary We are looking for a proactive and commercially driven Technical Purchaser/ Comprador Técnico to join our Brazilian PBL Procurement team supporting Votorantim operations. This role is responsible for managing medium to large-scale procurement activities, supplier negotiations, contract execution, and strategic sourcing initiatives while ensuring cost competitiveness, delivery performance, and technical compliance. The ideal candidate combines strong procurement expertise with analytical thinking, negotiation capability, supplier relationship management, and a strong sense of ownership in a dynamic industrial environment.

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