Strategic Material Procurement Specialist

Alten Group; Porto; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Alten Group in Porto, Portugal, is seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage the sourcing of mechanical parts and raw materials, and to oversee purchase orders for on-time delivery. You will build supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Logistics to ensure material availability.

The role requires 3+ years in procurement, ERP experience (SAP/Oracle/Dynamics), and strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Material Planning, or Supply Chain.
• Experience purchasing mechanical parts, components, raw materials, or industrial materials.
• Experience working with suppliers in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and purchasing operations.
• Experience with Purchase Orders (POs) and procurement documentation.
• Understanding of inventory management and material planning concepts.
• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in fast-paced and dynamic environments.
• Proactive attitude with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement of mechanical parts, components, raw materials, and other production-related materials.
• Create, monitor, and manage purchase orders to ensure on-time material availability.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to support operational and business requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial conditions with suppliers.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Planning, Logistics, and Supply Chain teams to ensure material availability.
• Monitor supplier performance regarding quality, cost, and delivery targets.
• Analyze inventory levels and support replenishment planning activities.
• Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation actions when necessary.
• Ensure accurate procurement data and documentation within ERP systems.
• Support cost-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Resolve supply-related issues and coordinate corrective actions with suppliers.
• Contribute to procurement strategy execution while ensuring service, quality, and cost objectives are achieved.

Skills

Strong negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Analytical mindset

English proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management

Business Administration or Industrial Engineering related

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)

Job description

Alten Group in Porto, Portugal, is seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage the sourcing of mechanical parts and raw materials, and to oversee purchase orders for on-time delivery. You will build supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Logistics to ensure material availability.

The role requires 3+ years in procurement, ERP experience (SAP/Oracle/Dynamics), and strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.