Supplier & Sourcing Manager - Spare Parts (Votorantim)

Shape the Future of Mining Supply Chains
This role is not just about Supply Chain; its about leading transformation. Youll have the opportunity to redefine how FLS sources qualifies and partners with suppliers across the region contributing directly to Mission Zeroour global ambition for zero-emissions mining. Your insights and leadership will strengthen our supply chain resilience and drive value creation for the mining sector of the future.

Global Impact Regional Leadership
Based in Brazil you will work together with local teams while collaborating across our global network. Youll influence global sourcing strategies while owning local supplier relationships navigating complex markets and building a supplier base that supports innovation quality and long-term growth.

Advance Your Career in a Purpose-Driven Multinational
FLS is a values-led company that invests in its this role youll gain international exposure work on high-impact projects and join a diverse team committed to excellence and sustainability. Your professional development is supported by strong leadership clear growth pathways and a collaborative inclusive culture.

About FLS

FLSmidth is the global leader in sustainable technologies equipment and service solutions for the mining industry. With over 140 years of innovation our ambitionMission Zeroaims to enable our customers to operate zero-emissions mining processes. We design the critical technologies that make the worlds production of metals and minerals more efficient more responsible and safer.

At the heart of our strategy is a high-performing and resilient supply chain and our Spare Parts division plays a critical role in delivering operational continuity to our clients across the globe.

Our Spare Parts Supply Chain function is a global network focused on delivering availability quality and reliabilityon time and cost-efficiently. Within this structure our Supplier & Sourcing team leads the development and execution of sourcing strategies that enhance supplier performance support localization and secure competitiveness for the future.

Role Summary & Purpose

As Supplier & Sourcing Manager you will lead regional and global procurement initiatives driving supplier excellence and strategic cost management in line with business objectives. This position will be responsible for optimizing sourcing activities related to spare parts capital goods and consumables within the mining sector including supplier evaluation cost modelling and performance improvements.

You will be instrumental in influencing sourcing decisions supporting manufacturing strategies (in-house vs. outsource) and shaping a resilient supplier network for the future of mining.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Analysis

• Lead quotation and sourcing strategies for critical spare parts and service packages.

• Perform supplier market and trend analysis to drive cost-efficiency and strategic insights.

• Execute category strategies and total cost of ownership evaluations.

• Identify and onboard new suppliers in collaboration with technical and quality teams.

Supplier & Risk Management

• Support supplier qualification and onboarding processes.

• Drive cost optimization initiatives and continuous improvement activities.

• Assist with contract negotiations and commercial terms alignment.

• Analyse make vs. buy options to align capacity cost and quality goals.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with global procurement engineering and planning teams to integrate sourcing insights.

• Partner with Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) to align performance goals.

• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs quality reviews and compliance metrics.

Reporting & Governance

• Support global spend tracking and performance reporting for strategic decisions.

• Share sourcing best practices and contribute to global procurement development.

• Ensure adherence to internal policies sustainability standards and ethics compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in supply chain Engineering Business or related discipline.

• 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing procurement or supplier management within the mining heavy industry or manufacturing sectors.

• Strong analytical capabilities and proficiency in procurement platforms (SAP Coupa etc.).

• Working knowledge of global mining supply markets and technical materials.

• Experience in capital project sourcing or remote site procurement.

• Background in make vs. buy analysis and global vendor management.

• Fluency in Portuguese and English (both written and spoken).

Behavioural Competencies

• Results-driven and action-oriented.

• High business acumen and commercial judgment.

• Strong stakeholder communication and negotiation skills.

• Proactive problem-solver and strategic thinker.

• Collaborative adaptable and comfortable with change.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Career growth in a global purpose-driven organization.

• Opportunity to influence supply strategy and innovation.

• A values-led inclusive and safety-first culture.

Please note that we review applications and conduct interviews on an ongoing basis so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

As an equal opportunity employer FLS promotes diversity and equality fostering an inclusive environment. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and perspectives to apply: the more diverse our employees the stronger our team. In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias we ask that you exclude personal information such as age ethnicity number of children and photographs from your application.

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