Category Manager, Construction (English, Portuguese)

As a Category Manager, you will focus on Construction, Workplace, and Security for the LATAM region. In this dynamic and autonomous role, you will act as a subject matter specialist in Category Management. You will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that deliver value and drive innovation.

• Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies for Construction, Workplace, and Security, aligning with regional and global goals.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, leading cross-functional teams in RFx processes and contract negotiations.
• Cultivate strategic supplier relationships, overseeing performance, conducting reviews, and negotiating favorable terms to ensure quality, innovation, and risk mitigation.
• Leverage AI tools and analytics proactively to identify automation opportunities, analyze spending patterns, market trends, and procurement data, generating strategic insights for informed decision-making.
• Operate with high autonomy, taking full ownership of categories.
• Collaborate globally, sharing best practices and contributing to worldwide strategies while ensuring regional alignment.
• Identify and drive process improvements and new category initiatives continuously.
• Actively contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Finance, Business, related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in multi-disciplined procurement, leading strategy development, execution and sourcing or a related function.
• Experience in executing sourcing strategies, RFx processes, negotiations, and supplier evaluations within designated categories, and achieving cost savings and value creation.
• Ability to communicate in English and Portuguese fluently to engage with local stakeholders.

• 401k matching
• Health insurance
• Flight privileges

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.