Procurement Manager

LUXUAV; Konz; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading UAV technology firm located in Germany is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee the procurement function. This role involves developing procurement strategies, ensuring the availability of materials for advanced UAV systems, and managing supplier relationships. The ideal candidate has over 5 years in procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and experience in electronics or aerospace manufacturing. This position offers a unique opportunity in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years experience in procurement or supply-chain roles, ideally in electronics, aerospace, or high-tech manufacturing.
• Understanding of electronic components and mechanical manufacturing processes.
• Experience with export-controlled items or aviation-related documentation is an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for electronic components and UAV subsystems.
• Manage supplier relationships and conduct cost analyses.
• Ensure timely availability of parts for production and manage supplier compliance.

Kenntnisse

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Analytical ability

Effective communication

Knowledge of procurement workflows

Understanding of electronic components

Ausbildung

5+ years in procurement or supply-chain roles

Experience in aerospace or high-tech manufacturing

Tools

ERP / MRP systems

Jobbeschreibung

LUXUAV is an innovative technology company headquartered in Luxembourg. We specialize in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our modular systems are tested in real-world conditions and specifically tailored for both commercial and security applications.

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Reports to: Production Manager

Lead the procurement function and ensure the availability of materials, components, and services necessary for the manufacturing of advanced UAV systems. The role secures reliable suppliers, negotiates competitive terms, enforces quality and compliance requirements, and maintains strong alignment between engineering, production, and warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Supplier Management

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for electronic components, mechanical parts, composites, batteries, and specialised UAV subsystems.
• Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers with attention to technical capability, quality performance, and financial stability.
• Manage supplier relationships and drive continuous performance improvement.
• Conduct cost analysis, negotiate favourable pricing, long-term agreements, and delivery terms.

Material Availability & Planning Alignment

• Ensure timely availability of all parts required for production, including long-lead items and high-risk components.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Warehouse to anticipate shortages and adjust orders.
• Monitor supplier lead times, delays, and capacity constraints; implement mitigation actions.

Quality & Compliance Oversight

• Enforce supplier compliance with aerospace-grade requirements (ESD, traceability, certificates of conformity).
• Ensure materials meet engineering specifications and regulatory obligations (e.g., export control, hazardous materials).
• Manage supplier non-conformities, corrective actions, and root-cause investigations.
• Support audits, including ISO 9001 and customer reviews.

ERP / MRP & Data Management

• Oversee purchasing transactions in the ERP / MRP system, including POs, approvals, delivery dates, and cost accuracy.
• Maintain supplier master data, pricing lists, and contract records.
• Use data to forecast demand, monitor spend, and improve cost visibility.

Risk Management

• Identify supply-chain risks (single-source items, geopolitical issues, obsolescence of electronics).
• Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing options.
• Manage strategic inventory buffers for critical UAV components.

Process Improvement

• Establish and maintain procurement SOPs and control frameworks.
• Implement KPIs such as on-time delivery, cost savings, supplier quality rating, and risk exposure indicators.

Collaboration across Functions

• Work closely with Engineering for technical drawings, specifications, design changes (ECOs), and BOM updates.
• Partner with Warehouse and Quality teams for receiving controls and supplier issue resolution.
• Coordinate with Finance to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasts, and cash‑flow planning.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• 5+ years experience in procurement or supply‑chain roles, ideally in electronics, aerospace, or high‑tech manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience with competitive bidding.
• Understanding of electronic components, mechanical manufacturing processes, or complex assemblies.
• Knowledge of ERP / MRP systems and procurement workflows.
• Experience with export‑controlled items, dual‑use goods, or aviation‑related documentation is an advantage.
• Strong commercial judgement and analytical ability.
• Ability to read BOMs, technical drawings, and material specifications.
• Disciplined approach to documentation and supplier performance management.
• Effective communication with engineers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• High integrity and reliable decision‑making.
• Ability to manage simultaneous priorities in a fast‑moving environment.
• Fluent in English.
• Must be a national from a NATO member country or one of the following NATO Indo‑Pacific partners: Australia, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand or Ukraine.