Technical Procurement Specialist
Vammo
About Vammo
Vammo is building an accessible, resilient, and scalable clean energy network for emerging megacities, starting in Latin America. By combining electric motorcycle subscriptions with a rapidly expanding battery swap infrastructure, we make clean transportation affordable and reliable for the millions who keep cities moving.
Founded in 2022 and headquartered in São Paulo, Vammo has raised $100M from top-tier investors across the globe. Our founders and team represent an incredibly diverse and international group that is built of former executives coming from Tesla, Uber, Rappi, iFood, Loggi, Niu, Jump and others. We are all deeply motivated by the mission to decarbonize Latin America while simultaneously reducing costs for one of the region’s most vulnerable populations.
The next wave of mobility innovation will come not from San Francisco, but from São Paulo. Our operations will soon expand from Sao Paulo to cities across Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia, proving that real climate impact and transformative business models can be built first where the need is greatest.
About the Role
As a senior Technical Procurement Specialist at Vammo, you will be responsible in managing the procurement process for technical materials and services that are crucial to our product lineup. You will collaborate with various teams to identify needs, source components, negotiate contracts with our suppliers, and ensure that our purchasing decisions are optimized for both quality and cost-effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers for components and parts essential to our products.
- Assess suppliers based on their quality standards, pricing, and delivery capabilities to secure optimal partnerships.
- Negotiate terms and conditions and manage the procurement process.
- Monitor service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure timely delivery and compliance with quality standards.
- Work closely with engineering and project management teams to align on technical requirements and specifications.
Hard Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related fields.
- Proven expertise in technical sourcing and procurement processes.
- Proficiency in utilizing procurement software and tools.
- Familiarity with the dynamics of the two-wheeler market.
- Advanced English proficiency for effective drafting and communication.
Soft Skills
- Clarity and Precision: Communicates directly and escalates critical issues effectively.
- Critical Thinking: Questions assumptions and understands the context before making informed decisions.
- Disciplined Curiosity: Learns quickly, asks insightful questions, and applies acquired knowledge.
- Ownership Mindset: Engages with every task as a contribution to the company’s overall success.
- Process-Oriented Thinking: Analyzes workflows to enhance efficiency and outcomes.
- Negotiation Skills: Demonstrates effective negotiation skills to achieve favorable supplier agreements.