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Technical Purchasing Specialist
Location
Turkey
Posted
95 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Technical Purchasing Specialist
Xometry
• Procuring ready-to-produce job packages from the pool of production partners under suitable conditions, such as price, quality, delivery, and manufacturing technology. • Negotiating with suitable production partners and applying the necessary procedures through the ERP system. • Preparing and analyzing weekly and monthly reports on current orders. • Presenting reports at relevant meetings and providing feedback to the manager. • Renegotiating with partners for orders that require reproduction, if necessary. • Holding project-related meetings with other departments (sales, project, and quality teams). • Conducting necessary negotiations with partners to ensure target prices/defined gross profit margins are met. • Urgently managing re-purchasing processes when needed for orders. • Managing RFQ processes through the system and providing quotations for customer-specific requests and proposals.
Job Requirements
- Preferably a graduate of engineering departments,
- Knowledgeable about basic manufacturing technologies (CNC, sheet metal, injection molding, etc.),
- At least 3 years of purchasing experience in the manufacturing field (project purchasing, R&D purchasing, etc.),
- Proficient in English (both spoken and written),
- Able to successfully manage negotiation processes,
- Capable of establishing strong communication with production partners,
- Able to perform tasks in an organized manner with a results-oriented approach,
Benefits
- Global Exposure: Immerse yourself in a global experience and collaborate with an international team hailing from over 20 countries in Europe and beyond.
- Endless Challenges: Embrace never-ending challenges, working alongside talented teammates who share your passion for innovation.
- Enjoy earning salary in Euro, food card benefits, complimentary private health insurance, and a transportation allowance.
- Professional Development: Enjoy limitless opportunities for professional growth at one of the world's fastest-growing and successful companies in its category.
- Team-Building Events: Engage in monthly team-bonding events and celebrate the success of the team with big parties every quarter.
- In-Office Perks:Savor in-office perks such as unlimited coffee (our favorite is XometryLatte), breakfast, pizza days, tea and dessert breaks, and more.
- Recognition and Gifts: Receive special gift boxes during significant moments in your Xometry journey.
- Paid Birthday Leave: Your special day deserves special treatment - take a paid birthday leave to recharge and cherish precious moments with loved ones.
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