A Snapshot of Your Day As a Project Procurement Buyer, you will integrate Procurement in the project management process and project business as well as tender teams at an early stage. You will coordinate, control, supervise and report all procurement activities in a project and introduce procurement strategies targeting maximum contribution to the operating result, reporting achievements, guaranteeing the observance of the procurement processes described, and optimizing the deployment of resources.How You'll Make a DifferenceEarly Involvement: ensure involvement and support tender teams in an optimized supplier selection in an early stageDefine procurement strategies for selected projects and ensure compliance with Corporate and Division-wide procurement strategies, as well as business relevant requirements. Safeguard their implementation to deliver optimum impact for the project and contribute to procurement targetsDay‐to‐day involvement in all relevant procurement activity; maintain record of all relevant activities and documentationEstablish proper sourcing processes and control all procurement activities, informing all involved to deliver optimum cost‐cutting potential (procurement plan, target‐costing) and meet requirements relating to deadlines and qualityEnsure procurement reporting of achievementsGuarantee understanding of relevant customer specifications and requirements and apply them in supplier negotiations and contractsProvide a cross‐functional approach to all procurement activities to minimize risks and optimize project results, in coordination with the project managerReport on the progress of procurement activities in the project, keeping all involved parties informedActively participate in planning and project review meetings, contributing to correct information flowConduct supplier management activities and apply defined supplier‐management strategiesWhat You BringUniversity degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering and Management or equivalent and 2‐3 years' experience in a similar roleExcellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, fluent in Portuguese and English, and confident use of office tools complete your profileOutstanding negotiation skills and experience in contract negotiationsYou are highly motivated, personally, and convince with high social competenceExperience in end‐to‐end sourcing and procurement platforms (SAP Ariba, etc.), e‐procurement (eRFP, eAuction) is a plusBasic knowledge of P&L and procurement controlling reportingExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, collaboration and influencing techniques, result‐orientation and strategic‐innovative thinking requiredStrong team player, able to work independently to meet fixed deadlines, goals and objectivesEffective time management and organization skillsAdvanced analytic skills, ability to think analytically, carry out analyses and evaluations independently and derive insightsExperienced working in cross‐functional and international teamsAbout The Team You'll join a multicultural team that is constantly evolving and developing skills, while focusing on the business and tasks at hand.Who is Siemens Energy? At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150‐year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideoOur Commitment to Diversity Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.Rewards/BenefitsCompetitive salary and meal allowanceFair compensation for international workHealth insurance coverageRemote work permitted within the countryAdditional 5 "Pontes" days off and birthday off if it falls on a weekday, when not abroad (only applies for Portugal)Among othersHybrid working modelhttps://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs#J-18808-Ljbffr