Sourcing Buyer - EID

Hiire; Almada; Presencial; EUR 50 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Private health insurance

Flexible working solutions

22 vacation days

Resumo da oferta

Hiire supports a leading Portuguese technology company, EID, in recruiting a Sourcing Buyer to drive end-to-end procurement and supplier network development for highly specialized electronics and defence solutions.

You will negotiate framework agreements, optimize costs, and mitigate supply risks while coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment for strategic projects.

Qualificações

• 5–10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments.

Responsabilidades

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities across multiple categories, managing supplier selection, qualification, negotiation, and performance.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, SLAs, and framework contracts to ensure competitive supply solutions.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies focused on cost optimization, supply continuity, quality improvement, and risk mitigation.
• Monitor market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities and anticipate risks.
• Manage SAP-based procurement processes while ensuring policy compliance.
• Collaborate with Production, Logistics, Product Management, Project Management, and Finance teams to ensure timely material delivery.

Conhecimentos

Procurement

Supplier management

Negotiation

Sourcing

Ferramentas

SAP MM

SAP SD

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Hiire is supporting a leading Portuguese technology company operating in a highly specialized and regulated sector, recruiting a Sourcing Buyer to join its team.

Company Overview

EID is a leading high-tech company based in Portugal, operating primarily in the Defence sector. With a strong track record anddeep expertise in electronics and communications, the company designs, manufactures, and supports advanced, high-performance solutions for complex and demanding environments.

Operating inhighly specialized markets, EID is driven by a continuous focus on innovation. Its growth is grounded in the ability to develop and deliver technologically advanced products tailored to meet specific customer needs.

At the core of EID’s success is its team ofhighly skilled professionals, with a strong concentration of engineers in electronics, software, and communications. Their expertise and experience play a key role in shaping the company’s capabilities and ongoing evolution.

Role Overview

As a Sourcing Buyer, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement processes, developing and maintaining a robust supplier network, and leading strategic sourcing initiatives. You will negotiate framework agreements, mitigate supply chain risks, and drive cost optimization while maintaining the highest standards of quality and service.

Working closely with cross-functional stakeholders, you will ensure the timely supply of materials and equipment required to support business operations and strategic projects.

What You’ll Do

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities across multiple categories, managing supplier selection, qualification, negotiation, and performance;
• Negotiate pricing agreements, delivery terms, service level agreements (SLAs), and framework contracts to ensure competitive and sustainable supply solutions;
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies focused on cost optimization, supply continuity, quality improvement, and risk mitigation;
• Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and industry developments to identify opportunities and anticipate potential supply chain risks;
• Manage procurement processes within SAP while ensuring compliance with internal policies and procurement standards;
• Collaborate closely with Production, Logistics, Product Management, Project Management, and Finance teams to ensure materials and equipment are delivered according to business requirements and timelines.

What You’ll Bring

• 5–10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management roles, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment;
• Proven track record in supplier management, strategic sourcing, and commercial negotiations;
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices, contract management, and category management principles;
• Experience applying Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) methodologies and analyzing supplier cost structures;
• Solid knowledge of Incoterms and international trade practices;
• Strong understanding of supply chain risk management and contingency planning;
• Experience working in cross-functional environments and managing multiple stakeholder relationships;
• Advanced knowledge of SAP ERP, particularly MM and SD modules;
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and macros;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications;
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities;
• Fluent English (mandatory).

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience developing commodity and category management strategies;
• Knowledge of Lean, Agile, or continuous improvement methodologies;
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other business intelligence and reporting tools;
• Additional language skills beyond English.

Benefits

• A competitive package according with your experience;
• A work culture that puts emphasis on the individual, offering flexible working solutions;
• 22 vacancy days plus 2 extra days fixed by the company;
• Your anniversary day without being at work;
• Private health insurance.

If you’re excited about working on complex systems and contributing to innovative communication and network solutions, we’d love to hear from you.