Job Description
Please submit your CV in English, as it will be reviewed by an international team.
THE POSITION
• Develop templates and improve procedures in order to streamline the procurement process.
• Support project leaders in all matters regarding procurement processes
• Supervise procurement coordinators in their tasks
• Implement the FIFA27 Procurement Policy and procedures across the organization.
• Train employees on an on-going basis to ensure adherence to FIFA27 Procurement Policy
• Facilitate inter-departmental alignment on key procurement projects
• Responsible for the FIFA27 SAP cost contract database, including entering and maintaining contract data and
creation of Purchase Orders in SAP
• Create spend reports for management as requested
• Work collaboratively with other FIFA procurement teams (FIFA HQ, FIFA26).
YOUR PROFILE
• Tertiary education in Business Administration, Procurement and/or extensive experience in indirect procurement.
Experience
• Solid experience in a similar role.
• Experience in tendering processes, major procurement projects and contract management
• Very good SAP MM knowledge
• Knowledge of Docusign is an asset
• Knowledge of ServiceNow is an asset
• Experience in setting up a procurement department from scratch is an asset
Skills & Competencies
• Practical mindset. Solution oriented. Collaborative approach
• Strong analytical skills, ability to handle complexity and conflicting interests
• Capable of working in an environment of rapid change, tight deadlines and high scrutiny
• Understands the application of governance and compliance
• Understands key contract elements and contractual language
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate diplomatically across different areas, building consensus while managing competing interests
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an ability to effectively interact, convince and influence multiple stakeholders at various levels (incl. C-level)
• Right to work in Brazil.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Fluent in Portuguese (spoken and written)
• Ability to re-locate to Rio de Janeiro.
About FIFA Women's World Cup 2027
Founded in 1904, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is the umbrella organisation of its members, currently 211 national football associations. Its main objectives, enshrined in its statutes, are to develop football around the world, to stage international competitions and to protect the integrity of football (against match manipulation, doping etc.).
FIFA is a truly diverse, modern and multicultural organisation and its primary purpose is to promote football. Over 800 people from 50 nations – 40 per cent of which are women, including the Secretary General – covering a wide variety of professional profiles, work to fulfil that purpose. FIFA’s headquarters are based in Zurich, Switzerland. We have other offices in Zurich, as well as temporary offices around the world.
We are 'living football' – we are committed to the game, to the people, to the planet and to the future. It is what we do. It is why we are here.
Our culture is shaped by fair play, team spirit, diversity, sustainability, transparency and innovation. We live by these values. Regardless of race, religion, national origin, colour, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship – we support diversity; indeed, we consider it to be key to our success.
We are looking for talented and motivated team members who would embrace these values every day, with purpose, passion and pride, in order to make a positive impact on the world of football and beyond.
We offer a unique and exciting work environment with great opportunities for your personal and professional development.
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