Buyer

Position Summary

The Buyer is responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of direct materials, indirect materials, and services required to support manufacturing operations. This role will manage supplier relationships, analyze quotations, process purchase orders, and coordinate material availability to ensure uninterrupted production while maintaining quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Request, analyze, and compare supplier quotations for direct materials, indirect materials, and MRO items.
• Issue and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and documentation within ERP/MRP systems.
• Evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery performance, and overall service.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities through volume analysis and commercial negotiations.
• Coordinate with suppliers, logistics, warehouse, planning, and production teams to ensure material availability.
• Monitor open purchase orders and actively manage delivery schedules to prevent production disruptions.
• Support supplier development and qualification activities for new products and projects.
• Track and evaluate supplier performance using quality, cost, and delivery metrics.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, quality requirements, and management system procedures.
• Participate in new product launches, engineering changes, and business transfers.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and purchasing performance metrics for management review.

Required Experience

• 4 to 5 years of experience in a Buyer, Purchasing Specialist, or similar procurement role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with direct and indirect purchasing activities.
• Proven experience managing suppliers and purchase order processes.
• Experience working with ERP and MRP systems.
• Strong understanding of material planning and supply chain processes.
• Automotive industry experience is highly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Direct and indirect procurement
• Supplier management and evaluation
• ERP/MRP systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Cost and quotation analysis
• Purchase order management
• Inventory and material planning
• Data analysis and reporting
• Manufacturing processes knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in:

• Industrial Engineering
• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics
• Business Administration
• International Business
• International Trade
• Or related field

Language Requirements

Advanced Business English (Required)

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively with international suppliers.
• Participate in business meetings and negotiations.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation in English.

Core Competencies

• Negotiation Skills
• Effective Communication
• Planning and Organization
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Results Orientation
• Sense of Urgency
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Proactive Mindset

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Benefits package above legal requirements
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Exposure to strategic manufacturing projects
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment