The Role
Lead implementation of FIFA27 procurement policy, run RFI/RFP/RFQ processes, evaluate proposals, negotiate contracts, manage SAP contract database and purchase orders, train staff, supervise coordinators, create spend reports, and align cross-departmentally.
Summary Generated by Built In
FIFA has established a Local FIFA Subsidiary in Brazil to work together with FIFA Zurich to deliver the biggest women’s sporting event in the world, the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ (“FWWC2027”) that for the first time ever, is hosted in South America in Brazil. Now is your time to be part of the workforce that is creating this unique and unforgettable experience.
Please submit your CV in English, as it will be reviewed by an international team.
Please submit your CV in English, as it will be reviewed by an international team.
THE POSITION
The Procurement Manager for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 will lead the implementation of the FIFA27 Procurement. Policy, ensuring organization-wide compliance through ongoing employee training. You will conduct and support other project leaders with RFI/RFP processes, proposal evaluations, and contract negotiations to secure optimal terms. This role drives interdepartmental alignment and manages the FIFA27 SAP cost contract database to deliver cost efficiency, compliant, simple and transparent solutions across FIFA procurement landscape.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Conduct RFI/RFP/RFQ process, evaluating proposals, and negotiating contracts to ensure best terms and conditions.
• 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).
• 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
Education
• 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.
• 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
We are FIFA, the global governing body for football.Our vision is to make football truly global, diverse and inclusive, for the benefit of the entire world. The last FIFA World Cup in Qatar in 2022 attracted more than 5 billion viewers and the last FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand in 2023 was the greatest-ever FIFA Women's World Cup that inspired millions of girls and women around the globe. The opportunities for growth are exciting.We are a modern organisation with over 800 passionate employees who are Living Football every day. Our headquarters are based in Zurich, Switzerland, and we have offices in Miami, Paris and Rabat, plus eleven regional offices from New Zealand to India, South Africa, Panama and Paraguay.
Skills Required
- Tertiary education in Business Administration, Procurement or extensive experience in indirect procurement
- Solid experience in a similar procurement/managerial role
- Experience in tendering processes, major procurement projects and contract management
- Very good SAP MM knowledge and experience creating Purchase Orders in SAP
- Knowledge of DocuSign
- Knowledge of ServiceNow
- Experience in setting up a procurement department
- Practical, solution-oriented and collaborative mindset
- Strong analytical skills and ability to handle complexity and conflicting interests
- Understanding of governance, compliance and key contract elements
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills (able to influence stakeholders including C-level)
- Right to work in Brazil
- Fluent in English (spoken and written)
- Fluent in Portuguese (spoken and written)
- Ability to relocate to Rio de Janeiro
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The Company
What We Do
FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) is the international governing body for association football, futsal, and beach soccer. It is responsible for organizing major international tournaments, such as the World Cup, and works to grow the game globally, promote inclusivity, and advocate for integrity and fair play. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, it oversees 211 national associations and invests in football development worldwide to ensure the sport remains accessible and beneficial to all.
