SR Buyer - Supply Chain and Warehousing
Job Description
Permanent
Job Description
Apply by May 19th, 2026
Join us to drive change. Make a difference in homes around the world.
Curitiba - PR
At the Electrolux Group, as a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.
Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute and grow together.
Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home!
All about the role:
As the Electrolux Group keeps going in continuous transformation, so does the Purchasing area. The teams in there are not passive or reactive - they partner with business areas to offer their expertise in needs that are constantly evolving, contributing to understand and define what Electrolux Group's employees need to deliver the extraordinary experiences our company aims for. Their work directs and influences the future of everything Electrolux Group does, drawing the lines to the solutions that shape living for the better around the world.
What you’ll do:
In this position, you will not act as a transactional buyer, but will operate as a strategic partner to the business. You will influence key decisions, challenge the status quo and drive value across complex and high-impact categories. If you're looking for a chance to navigate through highly demanding stakeholders, with excellent communication skills and able to identify opportunities where others see problems, you’ve just found it! Help Electrolux Group to keep delivering outstanding experiences, and we’ll help you design the career your dreams.
In detail, you will:
- Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives across Supply Chain and Warehousing categories in Latin America, by ensuring value generation, risk mitigation and long-term sustainability through efficient procurement spend;
- Act as a strategic partner to strategic stakeholders, influencing decisions with data while developing and implementing category strategies aligned with business objectives;
- Structure, negotiate and challenge contracts, identifying safe, compliant opportunities for optimization, renegotiation and structural improvements;
- Conduct complex negotiations with high financial and operational impact;
- Work in initiatives with team members and other areas, looking to develop a strategic sourcing mentality in the group.
As part of the culture of continuous improvement, you will be involved in Lean Thinking projects and activities (EMS/EAI)
Who you are:
You have:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economy or related fields;
- Solid background in Procurement, oriented to Strategic Sourcing initiatives;
- Proven track record in managing categories such as Warehousing or Industrial Services;
- Consistent experience in contract management and negotiations with high financial impact;
- Knowledge of cost analysis (Total Cost Ownership) and category management;
- Advanced English is mandatory.
Where you’ll be:
You will be based at the Guabirotuba plant in Curitiba. One of the focal points for all Latin American Electrolux Group operations, this plant is the base for over 3000 collaborators, all focused on transforming the way the world lives by shaping lives for the better with their work. Benefits include:
In order to create a culture of inclusion and care for everyone's wellbeing, we offer the following benefits:
- Discounts on our award-winning Electrolux Group products and services;
- Health insurance and life insurance policy plan;
- Profit share bonus;
- Extended maternity leave (6 months) and paternity leave (4 weeks);
- Access to Wellhub (Gympass);
- Extensive learning opportunities and flexible career path.
As part of the Electrolux Group, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you.