Satınalma Mühendisi

Döktaş; Orhangazi; On-site; TRY 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foundry company in Bursa, Turkey is seeking a Purchasing Engineer to oversee supplier research and procurement processes. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering and has 3-5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing orders, negotiating contracts, and improving cost-efficiency in purchasing operations. Fluency in English and knowledge of SAP are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in purchasing or engineering.
• Familiarity with foundry tools and equipment procurement.
• Ability to work systematically and result-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier research and manage overseas purchasing.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers for optimal terms.
• Track orders and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Technical drawing knowledge

Negotiation ability

English fluency

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

SAP knowledge

Education

University degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Döktaş Iron Casting has been founded in 1973 in Orhangazi county of Bursa city is the biggest and leader foundry in Turkey. In Bursa Orhangazi facilities cast iron, nodular cast iron and machining activities and in Manisa Organized Industrial Zone facilities high and low pressured aluminum cast and aluminum rim production are being carried on.

Döktaş has joined GÜRİŞ Holding in July 2018.

Döktaş with its annual production capacity of 150.000 tons of cast iron, 18.000 tons of aluminum cast and 1.200.000 pieces of rim, produces aluminum, nodular cast iron and grey cast iron to the automotive, construction machinery, agricultural machinery and machinery manufacturers.

Being in 147 nd rank in ISO Top 500 Companies List in 2023, Döktaş has an important place in Turkish economy with its approximate 2.600 employees.

We are looking for innovative, business oriented, team spirited Purchasing Engineer to join our team for Döktaş plant in Bursa – Orhangazi which is the leading company in foundry sector, with the following qualifications:

Qualifications

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 3-5 years of experience
• Good knowledge of technical drawings
• Excellent command of English both written & spoken
• Good knowledge of MS Office Applications, preferably knowledge of SAP
• Good communication skills
• Systematic and results-oriented
• Strong negotiation ability
• Residing or can reside in Bursa, Orhangazi, Gemlik or Yalova.

Job Description

• Knowledge and experience in manufacturing based on technical drawings and investment-related projects are essential.
• Taking an active role in supplier research, price inquiries and order management in overseas and domestic purchasing processes to create and gaining alternative suppliers.
• Purchasing Foundry Tools and Equipments with desired quality and specifications and with the optimal cost from confirmed suppliers within the given time,
• Conducting cost down projects in order to lower total purchasing cost,
• Preparation of relevant documents in the purchasing process, filing and checking the conformity of the received documents.
• Obtain strong & effective communications with the various suppliers and service providers during the purchasing process.
• Works with Finance to provide the required documentation and prepare all payment plans in a timely manner.
• Monitoring, analyzing, and publishing performance metrics of suppliers.
• Tracks all open orders until receiving of the related materials/services and informs requesters regularly.
• Processing orders in the SAP system; Follow-up of orders and deadline monitoring, handling of quality claims with suppliers.
• Following up on new trends, market related developments, and technology to lead on innovation and create a competitive advantage.
• Managing supplier contracts to protect the company’s business interests and reputation, negotiating contractual terms and condition in favor of the company.