Leadership Development in Procurement

Overview

Join to apply for the Leadership Development in Procurement – LDP Program (Early Career) - São Paulo role at Bayer. Our mission – Health for all, Hunger for none – is at the heart of everything we do.

At Bayer, diversity and inclusion are core values we live by every day. If you're someone who wants to shape your own path, value creativity and innovation, you'll feel at home here. Be yourself. We are Bayer.

Program Get to Know

The Leadership Development in Procurement (LDP) Program is designed to cultivate procurement professionals equipped with essential skills to lead meaningful initiatives, drive innovation and shape the future of Bayer's global Procurement organization. During the 18-month program, you will actively collaborate in international teams gaining knowledge and experience in a wide range of subject areas.

Your Mission

Your mission will be to achieve learning and development objectives and deliver business results during project-based rotations (each 3 months in duration) across all areas of Procurement. Each rotation will have defined tasks and deliverables relevant to the function and scope, and rotations can include (but are not limited to):

• Preparing supplier negotiations
• Handling pricing analysis and sourcing processes
• Driving sustainability initiatives
• Identifying spend and cost saving opportunities
• Leveraging AI and innovation
• Fostering collaboration and building strong cross-functional relationships within Bayer Procurement and other business functions
• Enhancing understanding of business operations while monitoring progress toward key objectives
• Engaging with mentors and building your network to drive professional growth
• Participating in an international short-term assignment or extended business trip to gain global exposure

Requirements

Must have:

• You hold a master's degree or PhD in Business Administration, Engineering, or Natural Sciences
• You bring initial work experience, such as internships, in Procurement or related fields
• You are passionate about procurement and committed to driving value across the supply chain
• You demonstrate learning agility and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• You show ownership and accountability
• You excel in building partnerships and collaborating across cultures
• You embrace a forward-thinking attitude that leverages digital transformation and analytical skills
• You have excellent communication skills and can present ideas to diverse audiences
• You are fluent in English, written and spoken
• Domestic and international travel is required (~15%)

Nice to have:

• International experience

Your Application

• This is your opportunity to tackle the world's biggest challenges with us: health, food security, and climate action.
• You have a voice and perspective we want to hear.
• Be part of something big. Be Bayer.

What you'll find here

We care deeply about the well-being of our people. Benefits are built around three pillars: integrated health, financial well-being, and life balance. Here's a glimpse of what we offer:

• Encouragement for a healthy lifestyle
• Support in monitoring physical and mental health risks
• Health promotion, prevention, and care initiatives
• Real balance between personal and professional life
• Guidance for personal financial planning
• Insurance and private pension plans

We also offer market-standard benefits, including medical and dental care, life insurance, meal benefits, and Wellhub (formerly Gympass).

What makes us different

• Flexible/hybrid work model
• Short Fridays and extended holiday breaks
• Flexible vacation planning within legal guidelines
• Language courses via EF (English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Swedish)
• Pharmacy subsidy for Bayer products and full coverage for prescriptions
• Conte Comigo – psychological, substance dependency, legal and financial counseling
• Bem Nascer – benefits for new parents
• Childcare assistance
• Parental leave with equal opportunities for all parents
• Private pension plan with company match

Location and References

Location: Brazil, São Paulo

Division: Enabling Functions

Reference Code: 852421

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