Purchasing Executive

Acino International AG; Turkey; On-site; TRY 2,799,813 - 3,733,084; Full time

Job summary

Acino International AG is seeking a Purchasing Executive in Turkey to manage procurement processes and lead commercial negotiations. This role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of 8–10 years of procurement experience in similar industries.

The ideal candidate should have strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills, along with a good command of English. Responsibilities include budget management, supplier performance evaluation, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8–10 years of procurement experience, preferably in relevant industries.
• Proven experience in leading and managing procurement teams.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in both direct and indirect procurement.

Responsibilities

• Manage direct and indirect procurement processes.
• Prepare and manage the procurement budget.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers.

Skills

Procurement Management

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Thinking

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

With over 60 years of experience in sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing, Birgi Mefar Group is the highest‑capacity production service center in Turkey and the surrounding region. The company provides contract manufacturing services for more than 50 local and global pharmaceutical companies using pre‑filled syringe (PFS), lyophilized, vial, ampoule, and BFS technologies. Operating with a vision of becoming the preferred contract manufacturing partner for pharmaceutical companies worldwide, Birgi Mefar Group is looking for a Purchasing Executive to join its team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of procurement experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical, chemical, or manufacturing industries.
• Proven experience in leading and managing procurement teams.
• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience in both direct and indirect procurement.
• Experience in procurement budgeting and budget management.
• Experience with SAP.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong negotiation, analytical thinking, problem‑solving, planning, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a results‑oriented mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and actively participate in direct and indirect procurement processes to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Prepare, monitor, and manage the procurement budget, ensuring achievement of budget targets.
• Develop and implement cost‑saving and process efficiency initiatives.
• Lead commercial negotiations with local and international suppliers, including pricing, contracts, and payment terms.
• Develop sourcing strategies, identify alternative supply sources, and manage supply risks.
• Manage supplier selection, segmentation, qualification, and performance evaluation processes.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Planning, Quality, Finance, and Technical departments to ensure timely procurement of required materials and services.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with GMP requirements, quality standards, and company policies and procedures.
• Lead, develop, and manage the procurement team, including workload distribution, performance management, and employee development.
• Monitor procurement KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes.

Candidate Criteria

• Experience: 8 -16 years
• Education Level: Bachelor's Degree (Graduate), Master's Degree (Student/Graduate), PhD (Student/Graduate)
• Foreign Language: English (Reading: Advanced, Writing: Advanced, Speaking: Advanced)