Procurement Manager

About CATL CATL invites you to continue our legend of green energy CATL is a World Fortune 300 Company, a global leader who provides premier EV battery and energy storage battery for the world. CATL's EV battery consumption volume has ranked No.1 in the world for seven consecutive years and global energy storage battery shipment has also ranked No.1 for three consecutive years. Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and proactive Procurement Specialist (or Procurement Manager) to join our Brazilian subsidiary. In this role, you will serve as a key link between our headquarters in China and the local Brazilian market, taking responsibility for procuring energy storage system-related materials and equipment locally on behalf of the subsidiary. Your efforts will directly support pre-sales projects and ultimately ensure that end customers' requirements are met efficiently and effectively. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in Brazil's rapidly growing new energy market. The ideal candidate will combine in-depth industry knowledge, strong procurement expertise, and excellent cross-cultural communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

- Procurement Execution and Supplier Management: Independently manage the end-to-end procurement process on behalf of the Brazilian subsidiary for energy storage systems (including BESS, PCS, and EMS), as well as related large-scale equipment and materials. Responsibilities include supplier sourcing, quotation comparison, commercial negotiations, contract execution, and order fulfillment.
- Project Coordination and Support: Work closely with the pre-sales and project teams to thoroughly understand project requirements and technical specifications, ensuring that procurement activities accurately and timely support project bidding and delivery.
- Market Intelligence and Analysis: Continuously monitor policies, pricing trends, and supplier developments in Brazil's new energy market, particularly the energy storage sector, providing localized insights and recommendations to inform procurement decisions and corporate strategy.
- Compliance and Cost Control: Ensure that all procurement activities comply with applicable Brazilian laws and regulations, as well as the company's internal control procedures. Optimize procurement costs through effective negotiations and supplier management.
- Cross-Cultural Communication: Serve as a key liaison between the Chinese and Brazilian teams, ensuring clear, accurate, and effective information exchange while proactively coordinating solutions to challenges arising from cultural differences or varying work practices. Qualifications and Requirements Essential Experience and Skills
- Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of procurement experience, including a minimum of 2 years focused on large-scale equipment, industrial products, or procurement in the power or new energy sector.
- Solid understanding of energy storage systems, including BESS, PCS, and EMS, with familiarity with relevant equipment specifications and market suppliers.
- Experience working in Brazil's new energy market, including solar, wind, and energy storage, with a good understanding of the local business environment, key suppliers, and industry trends.
- Fluency in English, with the ability to use it effectively as a working language in both written and verbal communication. Portuguese proficiency is preferred.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Key Competencies
- Strong Initiative and Ownership: Ability to work independently, proactively identify issues, drive processes forward, and take full responsibility for outcomes.
- Excellent Teamwork: Proven ability to collaborate effectively with geographically dispersed and culturally diverse teams.
- Adaptability and Resilience: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment and undertake frequent business travel within Brazil.
- Problem-Solving

Skills:
Ability to address procurement and supply chain challenges flexibly and effectively in complex business and cross-cultural environments.