Cristiano Silva

• Negotiate indirect procurement contracts for CAPEX and OPEX categories, including maintenance, HR, transportation, leasing, and project services. • Lead cost reduction initiatives across multiple service categories, achieving measurable savings and process efficiencies. • Manage the full contract lifecycle, including negotiation, review, and compliance monitoring. • Prepare and execute RFX processes, conduct comparative analyses, develop decision matrices, and track supplier performance and savings. • Train purchasing analysts, team leaders, and engineers on SAP procurement modules, enhancing system adoption and process consistency. • Facilitate regular meetings with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure procurement process governance and alignment with business objectives.

• Managed, negotiated, and implemented indirect procurement contracts, delivering cost-effective solutions across multiple categories. • Ensured timely availability of equipment, services, and materials, supporting smooth kick-offs for client implementation projects. • Provided technical procurement support to managers and supervisors by evaluating bids and recommending suppliers based on commercial, supply chain, and quality criteria. • Enhanced supplier negotiations through localized agreements, increasing profitability across five Brazilian regions. • Led strategic supplier negotiations, achieving improved pricing and more favorable contract terms. • Controlled project costs by preventing overspending and maintaining budget discipline during implementation phases.

• Negotiated MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) acquisitions, ensuring cost-effective and timely procurement. • Ensured compliance with internal purchasing procedures and corporate procurement policies. • Provided procurement guidance to internal stakeholders, supporting adherence to sourcing standards. • Monitored and followed up on purchase orders (POs) to ensure on-time delivery and supplier accountability. • Issued RFx (Request for Quotation), conducted comparative bid analyses, and supported supplier selection decisions. • Procured goods and services in alignment with technical specifications and data sheets. • Consolidated and reported procurement KPIs monthly, supporting performance tracking and continuous improvement.

• Managed raw material acquisitions, ensuring timely supply to support production and new product development (NPD) within assigned categories. • Assessed and mitigated supply chain risks, proactively identifying potential disruptions and implementing contingency plans. • Built and maintained strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to enhance collaboration and sourcing efficiency. • Ensured material availability for all NPD projects, meeting deadlines and supporting successful product launches. • Coordinated cross-functional improvements across SAP modules (Projects, MM, PP, FI, CO), enhancing system integration, data accuracy, and process efficiency. • Achieved cost reductions through strategic sourcing, effective negotiations, and contract management. • Collaborated cross-functionally with departments to develop and optimize relationships with both new and existing key suppliers.

• Negotiated and managed contracts for outsourced maintenance services, projects, and materials, ensuring cost-effectiveness and service quality. • Created and managed purchase orders (P.O.) and open order acquisitions for laboratory equipment, consumables, and technical services. • Participated in internal and external audits for ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 14001, ensuring procurement processes complied with quality and environmental management standards. • Developed and monitored supplier performance through implementation of SLAs and KPIs, driving continuous improvement and accountability. • Resolved supply non-conformities (NCs) by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions in collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders. • Documented procurement activities in line with internal procedures, including negotiation outcomes

• Managed procurement and planning of indirect materials, including MRO, tooling, and packaging. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to forecast and fulfill non-production material needs. • Monitored vendor service agreements, optimizing cost and delivery performance. • Maintained accurate inventory levels using SAP, ensuring efficient operations at Umicore Brazil Ltda.

• Planned and procured materials effectively based on demand forecasts. • Monitored and optimized inventory levels. • Collaborated with suppliers to guarantee on-time delivery, enhancing supply chain efficiency. • Utilized SAP ERP/MRP systems to manage procurement and inventory data, improving accuracy and reporting.