Nortempo Porto is currently looking for a Category Buyer (M/F) for a client in the area of Porto.
RESPONSIBILITIES & MAIN TASKS
* Support the Category Manager or Senior Category Buyer in the management of strategic suppliers.
* Monitor suppliers' financial data, load levels, capacity, and investment plans.
* Perform market analysis to support strategic sourcing decisions.
* Ensure commercial agreements meet project and operational needs, delivering simplification, competitive pricing, and manufacturing slot reservations.
* Incorporate lessons learned into ongoing vendor performance and commercial improvements.
* Deliver Frame Agreements in line with the defined contracting plan and category strategy.
* Support negotiations using benchmarks, detailed cost models, and TCO principles.
* Assist Project and Operations teams in managing supplier risks (e.g. disputes, performance issues, slot allocation).
* Measure contracted savings and track relevant supply chain KPIs.
* Monitor and report performance indicators as required.
* Issue Purchase Orders for key scopes on an ad-hoc basis.
EDUCATION
* Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE
* Previous experience in procurement or supply chain management within the oil and gas industry.
* Commercial Acumen.
* Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and market research.
* Good communication and problem-solving skills.
* Market knowledge for the targeted products
* Knowledge in Total Cost of Ownership methodology
* Understanding of Cost Breakdown models
* Good understanding of the products in your category in liaison with technical stakeholders
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
* Commercial
* Analytics and reporting
* Business Acumen
* Third parties relation management
* Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Management
* Contract Management
* Negotiation
* Product Costing
* Risk Management
OFFER
* Attractive salary
* International and friendly working environment
* Flexible schedule
* Hybrid regime (2 day at home per week)
* Contract for 12 months (possibility to extend)
GESERFOR GESTÃO DE RH E EMPRESA DE TRABALHO TEMPORÁRIO, S.A. (nº Alvará 66 de 31/10/1991) e PROSER PRESTAÇÃO DE SERVIÇOS NA PROMOÇÃO, REPOSIÇÃO E APLICAÇÃO DE PRODUCTOS, S.A.