Strategic Sourcing Analyst developing strategies for Advocate Health’s supply chain. Managing sourcing processes, supplier relationships, and cost optimization initiatives within a hybrid work environment.
About the role
- Procurement Analyst at Comgás responsible for controlling and negotiating purchasing portfolios. Involves collaboration with internal clients and ensuring compliance with internal policies.
Responsibilities
- Control, plan and negotiate the following portfolios: Emergency, Technical Assistance, Customer Service, Network Construction, Routine Maintenance, Building Connections and Expansions, Commercial Connections and Expansions, Designers/Engineering Firms, Project Management and Construction Inspection firms;
- Monitor and support the development of productivity indicators for suppliers in your portfolio, seeking continuous improvement opportunities, cost reduction, and technological and operational advancements in contracted activities;
- Assess macro- and microeconomic factors using market intelligence reports to improve negotiation efficiency, identifying opportunities and/or constraints related to raw materials or supply chain services, and proposing solutions and negotiation strategies for your categories;
- Propose methods and strategies to ensure services are procured and made available to operations through execution of long-term contracts and timely purchase orders, preventing supply interruptions;
- Support decision-making by analyzing supplier-base risk across the seven strategic pillars, keeping data updated, implementing mitigation plans, and monitoring indicators monthly to avoid the risk of supply disruption;
- Map opportunities and forecast scenarios; prepare the Annual Strategic Plan for the categories you lead to achieve the best results and meet the targets set for the year;
- Execute purchasing processes in accordance with internal policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with established rules;
- Support and guide internal stakeholders in fulfilling their roles and complying with procurement policies and procedures;
- Act as an influential advocate for the company's safety, compliance and governance topics;
- Act diligently and attentively to risks, identifying weaknesses and proposing improvements to processes for which you are directly or indirectly responsible.
Requirements
- Completed higher education (preferably in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or related fields);
- Preferably enrolled in a postgraduate program or specialization courses;
- Negotiation techniques (strategic sourcing, cost breakdowns, clean sheets, cost modeling, etc.);
- Financial mathematics;
- Knowledge of managerial and cost accounting;
- Micro and macroeconomics;
- ERP/MRP (Material Requirements Planning) and internal logistics;
- Basic manufacturing processes;
- Desired: Advanced Microsoft Office, SAP MM, SAP Ariba;
- Availability to work 3 days per week on-site at the Faria Lima unit and 2 days remote (home office).
Benefits
- Medical and dental insurance
- Pharmacy allowance
- Optical/vision care allowance
- Life insurance
- Extended maternity leave (180 days)
- Paternity leave (20 days)
- Childcare allowance
- School supplies allowance
- Lactation room at our Operations Center
- Profit sharing
- Private pension plan
- Education assistance
Job title
Job type
Experience level
Salary
Not specified
Degree requirement
Tech skills
Location requirements
Category Manager at Uline shaping product strategy and vendor partnerships for business growth. Leading a high - performing team and making a direct impact on company success.
Associate Category Manager managing product line and vendor relationships at Uline. Drive product success in a leadership role within the shipping and packaging industry.
Senior Product Category Manager for Pro Audio at Resideo, creating strategies, managing supplier relationships, and achieving sales growth.
Purchasing Agent responsible for coordinating procurement of materials and equipment for Valmont. Engaging with suppliers and internal teams to ensure quality operations and timely deliveries.
Senior Sourcing Manager leading procurement activities for capital equipment and maintenance services. Driving supplier selection, contract negotiation, and lifecycle cost optimization at S&C Electric.
Sourcing Coordinator supporting veritree, a climate tech startup, in global restoration initiatives. Engaging with planting partners and coordinating sourcing operations for sustainable impact.
Procurement specialist negotiating and executing purchasing processes for electronics and chemicals in Germany. Seeking suppliers and ensuring product quality with a focus on strategy.
Einkäufer optimizing purchasing processes aiming at reducing inefficiencies for Scania. Collaborating with central purchasing in Sweden and reporting to CFO.
Purchaser for medical supplies and services at AGAPLESION, a leading healthcare group in Germany. Involves supplier negotiations, order management, and project support.