Global Product Sourcing Specialist (Building Materials)

Anatolia; Aliağa; On-site; TRY 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Anatolia, a leading ceramic and natural stone company with a global footprint, invites a Specialist - Product Sourcing to join its Aliaga distribution centre. You will support sourcing and purchasing for floor and wall coverings, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

You will research suppliers, solicit quotes, compare offers, and help negotiate terms. Travel to supplier visits and trade fairs may be required to ensure competitive sourcing and high-quality materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in purchasing, sourcing, building materials, or related field.
• Interest in building materials and their technical characteristics.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical product knowledge.
• Good research, analytical, and comparison skills.
• Strong communication with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing and purchasing activities for floor and wall covering products and related materials.
• Research new products, suppliers, and sourcing opportunities.
• Contact suppliers and collect information such as pricing, samples, product specifications, lead times, and commercial terms.
• Compare products and supplier offers from both commercial and basic technical perspectives.
• Learn and understand the main technical characteristics, applications, and differences between the products.
• Request and organize product samples, technical documents, test reports, and other relevant information.
• Support price and commercial term negotiations with suppliers.
• Follow up with suppliers regarding samples, orders, product development, quality, and delivery-related topics.
• Maintain and update product, supplier, and pricing information.
• Work closely with Product Management, Quality, Supply Chain, and other internal teams.
• Availability to travel as required for supplier, manufacturer, and factory visits, industry trade fairs, and other business-related activities.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Supplier communication

MS Office proficiency

English proficiency

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical/Materials/Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Anatolia, a leading ceramic and natural stone company with a global footprint, invites a Specialist - Product Sourcing to join its Aliaga distribution centre. You will support sourcing and purchasing for floor and wall coverings, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

You will research suppliers, solicit quotes, compare offers, and help negotiate terms. Travel to supplier visits and trade fairs may be required to ensure competitive sourcing and high-quality materials.