Procurement Specialist

Eren Enerji; Zonguldak Merkez; On-site; TRY 400,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Eren Enerji in Turkey seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage procurement activities, analyze market data, and develop supplier relationships for cost-effective, timely delivery of goods and services.

The role requires 1+ year in procurement, strong Excel skills, English proficiency, and readiness to coordinate with internal teams and international suppliers. Based in Zonguldak with relocation if needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, with procurement exposure.
• Basic knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management and purchasing practices.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate quotations and costs.
• Good negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, learning-oriented and open to development.
• Teamwork and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong MS Excel skills and MS Office proficiency.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Experience with SAP MM or similar ERP is an asset.
• Residence in or willingness to relocate to Zonguldak

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities aligning with company policies and requirements.
• Analyze purchasing requests, conduct market research and identify suppliers.
• Request and evaluate quotations, compare terms and prices.
• Negotiate with suppliers and support PO/contract finalization.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing suppliers and explore new sourcing.
• Coordinate with technical/operational teams to clarify specs and proposals.
• Handle procurement for domestic and international suppliers, including third parties.
• Monitor market trends, prices and supply conditions for cost savings.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, delivery and service.
• Follow up on POs and ensure timely delivery with stakeholders.
• Maintain procurement records and produce periodic reports and analyses.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and digitalization of procurement processes.
• Act as a business partner to internal teams with procurement insights

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Procurement experience

Supplier management

Data analysis

Negotiation skills

Communication

Multitasking

Learning mindset

Team collaboration

MS Excel

English proficiency

ERP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP MM

Job description

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Department
• Minimum 1 year of experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain functions.
• Basic knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management and purchasing practices.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate quotations, compare costs and interpret data.
• Good negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, result-oriented and open to continuous learning and development.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Good command of MS Office applications, particularly MS Excel.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Experience with SAP MM or a similar ERP system is an asset.
• Residing in or willing to relocate to Zonguldak.

Job Description

• Managing procurement activities in line with company policies, procedures and business requirements, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services.
• Analyzing purchasing requests, conducting market research and identifying potential suppliers to meet business needs.
• Requesting and evaluating quotations, comparing commercial terms and prices, and preparing cost comparison analyses.
• Conducting supplier negotiations and supporting the preparation and finalization of purchase orders and contracts.
• Developing and maintaining effective relationships with existing suppliers while identifying alternative suppliers and new sourcing opportunities.
• Coordinating with relevant technical and operational departments to clarify specifications, evaluate supplier proposals and ensure alignment with business requirements.
• Managing procurement processes for both domestic and international suppliers, including third-party services.
• Monitoring market trends, commodity prices and supply conditions to identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities.
• Monitoring and evaluating supplier performance based on quality, cost, delivery and service standards.
• Following up on purchase orders and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Maintaining accurate procurement records and preparing periodic reports and analyses on procurement activities and related categories.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement and digitalization of procurement processes.
• Acting as a business partner to internal stakeholders, providing procurement insights and supporting effective purchasing decisions.