Middle Procurement specialist

About the Role

As our team expands, we are looking for an experienced Middle Procurement Specialist.

This position requires the ability to define and build an effective procurement strategy within the Ukrainian market, optimize costs, and establish long-term relationships with key local suppliers and contractors. We encourage veterans and individuals with disabilities who meet the job requirements to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organize and manage the company’s procurement activities in the local Ukrainian market and with European suppliers.
• Manage procurement processes and participate in developing effective internal procedures.
• Develop and implement measures to optimize costs and reduce the cost of procurement without compromising quality.
• Build and develop a supplier base, ensuring alternative sources for critical items.
• Source local equivalents for imported components for localization tasks, in collaboration with the engineering team.
• Place and manage orders with European suppliers.
• Control order confirmations, readiness dates, and shipment schedules; expedite deliveries for critical items.
• Coordinate contract approvals with the legal department; monitor the fulfillment of contractual obligations and payment terms.
• Organize and conduct tenders to select optimal suppliers and contractors.
• Lead complex negotiations to secure favorable terms.
• Manage relationships with internal contractors, monitoring the quality and timelines of services and work performed.
• Analyze the supplier market, forecast supply risks, and develop mitigation plans.
• Control the procurement budget and generate regular analytical reports for management.
• Engage in cross-functional collaboration with the legal, accounting, logistics, and other company departments.

Candidate Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in procurement in both local and international markets.
• Experience in procuring technical products (components, electronics, spare parts, industrial equipment) within a manufacturing, machine-building, defense, automotive, or energy company.
• Experience organizing and conducting internal tenders, with excellent negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical abilities, a systematic approach, strategic thinking, and a high level of responsibility.
• Autonomy, accountability for results, and the ability to work under tight deadlines with high-stakes deliveries.
• English proficiency of at least B2 level for effective communication with stakeholders.
• Experience with an ERP system and advanced proficiency in Excel (for price analysis, proposal comparison, and reporting). Experience with SAP is desirable.
• Experience in production localization or import substitution of components is desirable.

Please note: You do not need to meet every single requirement to apply. We welcome motivated candidates who are eager to grow into the role and develop their expertise further.