Senior Procurement Specialist

About the Position

Senior Procurement Specialist

São Paulo

Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Procurement Specialist, you are passionate about experience innovation and eager to push the boundaries of what’s possible. You bring 8 years of experience, a growth mindset and a drive to make a lasting impact.

You will join our Supplier Management department, which is part of the Finance International Operations division. As the business undergoes significant growth, this role will be pivotal in helping with the transition of the Supplier Management department towards a formal procurement function.

You will be responsible for overseeing Valtech's procurement needs, supporting the transformation process, and helping to establish best-in-class procurement practices. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on procurement expertise, experience in driving transformation, and the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships across the business.

Role responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end sourcing cycle for Professional Services and Consulting - from supplier identification and RFQ through to negotiation, contract execution, and renewal management.
• Build and manage a preferred supplier panel for consulting and professional services, establishing role-based rate cards and standard commercial terms across the category.
• Negotiate contract pricing, terms, and conditions directly with suppliers - optimizing for cost, quality, and risk mitigation in collaboration with Legal, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity.
• Enable efficient and effective purchase services with a focus on business value, on-time delivery, and cycle time.
• Manage the portfolio of active agreements including scope, pricing, amendments, and renewals and coordinate intake requests for the category, delivering a seamless experience for internal stakeholders.
• Drive portfolio consolidation projects that reduce supplier fragmentation and deliver measurable cost savings, Identify and leverage value opportunities within the portfolio, including volume leverage, multi-year commitments, and cross-business unit consolidation.
• Oversee the sourcing cycle, handle tenders, and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, engaging effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Benchmark supplier rates and market positioning against external references, providing credible commercial challenge to both suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders including delivery leaders, Finance, Legal, and senior management across NA & EMEA.
• Evaluate and continuously improve procurement processes within the category, contributing to playbook development and governance standards.
• Contribute to the broader procurement transformation roadmap, including system implementation, policy rollout, and AI-assisted tooling adoption.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must meet the following essential qualifications:

• 8 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management - experience in professional services, consulting, or indirect categories within a fast-paced industry such as Technology, Digital Consultancy, or similar sectors.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Commerce, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated track record of leading sourcing events, managing supplier negotiations, and delivering measurable cost outcomes.
• Strong commercial acumen - able to read, negotiate, and challenge contracts including professional services agreements, master supply agreements, and statements of work.
• Experience managing stakeholder relationships in a complex, multi-country environment - able to influence without authority at senior levels.
• Previous experience in similar industries.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and building category structure where little or none exists.
• Strong analytical skills - able to build a spend baseline, conduct market benchmarking, and build a business case for sourcing decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience using LLM tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, or similar) to accelerate procurement deliverables.

Nice to Have

• CIPS, CPM, or equivalent procurement certification is welcomed but not required.
• Experience with procurement platforms /e-sourcing tools that incorporate AI is a plus.

We Offer

This is a full-time position based in São Paulo, Brasil.

Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer:

• Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options (country-dependent)
• Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs
• Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training and industry experts

Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process.

About the Company

Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.

At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more.

At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.

Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.

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