About the role

  • Purchasing Consultant managing large IT procurement processes for Vivo, a telecom leader in Brazil. Focused on supplier negotiation, compliance and internal collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Lead large-scale procurement processes (hardware, software, services and IT solutions) with market-leading suppliers.
  • Prepare and manage RFPs, RFQs and complex negotiations, ensuring competitiveness and compliance.
  • Conduct TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) and ROI analyses to support strategic decisions.
  • Ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory compliance and mitigation of contractual risks.
  • Present results and KPIs in executive meetings with clarity and objectivity.
  • Collaborate with internal areas (IT and Cybersecurity, Legal, Finance) and strategic suppliers, maintaining strong, collaborative relationships.

Requirements

  • Mandatory Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, IT or related fields.
  • Proven experience (minimum 8 years) in IT procurement and managing complex procurement processes.
  • Strong knowledge of licensing models (perpetual, SaaS, subscription), support and maintenance contracts, procurement of software development services (Software Factories / AMS - Application Management Services), and Cloud Services.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP) and e-procurement platforms (GEP Smart).
  • Advanced Excel and working knowledge of data analysis (Power BI or similar).
  • Proficiency in preparing executive presentations and storytelling.
  • Advanced Spanish and English.
  • Behavioral Competencies (Soft Skills):
  • Executive communication and ability to deliver strategic presentations.
  • Strategic negotiation with a focus on value creation.
  • Internal and external stakeholder management.
  • Analytical thinking and results orientation.
  • Resilience and adaptability to handle tight deadlines.
  • Desired:
  • Previous experience in telecommunications or technology companies.

Benefits

  • Choose the ideal benefit for you and your dependents through a digital platform with various categories such as gym, meal voucher (VR), food allowance (VA), pharmacy assistance, medical, dental and life insurance.
  • Corporate mobile phone — a brand-new smartphone provided to you.
  • Unlimited voice and data plan on Vivo's network, including 5G.
  • Exclusive Vivo offer with special discounts on fixed-line, broadband, TV and apps.
  • Eligible to receive an annual bonus or PPR (Profit Participation Program).
  • Access to a private pension plan.
  • Childcare subsidy to help cover school, daycare or nanny expenses.
  • Work in an environment that respects your personality, style of dress and individuality, where you can be authentic. #VemdeVocê
  • Work remotely up to twice a week. #Mobility
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Enjoy a day off to celebrate your birthday.
  • Participate in one of the largest corporate volunteering programs to help make a difference.
  • Benefit from our Educational Development Program with partnerships at educational institutions offering discounts; certifications and online courses.
  • Advance your career through our Internal Recruitment Program, in Brazil or abroad — we operate in more than 17 countries. #VivoMinhaCarreira
  • Access a range of initiatives to improve your physical, emotional and social well-being through #VivoBemEstar, including consultations with nutritionists, psychologists, social services, telemedicine, and more.

Job title

Procurement Consultant - IT and Cybersecurity

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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