Strategic Automotive Sourcing Lead – Regional (Istanbul)

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Fatih; On-site; TRY 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG is seeking a Senior Regional Sourcing Specialist for the Istanbul region.

The role focuses on identifying Turkish suppliers, initiating collaboration via NDA/CoC, issuing RFQs, and coordinating with European divisions to manage local suppliers. Qualifications include a bachelor’s in engineering or related field and at least five years in procurement, with SAP experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain or related fields.
• Min 5 years of procurement or purchasing experience.
• Understanding of RFQ processes, cost drivers, and supplier communication.
• Ability to Read and Interpret Basic Technical Drawings.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and platforms such as SupplyON is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Identify suppliers on the Turkish market according to SCHAEFFLER Group needs.
• Ensure preliminary communication with local suppliers by sending NDA/CoC for collaboration.
• Issue price quotation requests to chosen suppliers.
• Follow up on RFQ requests and address clarifications.
• Collaborate with divisions, business units, and purchasing plants in Europe for local supplier management.
• Visit suppliers together with colleagues from divisions, business units, and subregion.

Skills

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Willingness to learn international SAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related fields

Tools

SAP

SupplyON

Job description

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG is seeking a Senior Regional Sourcing Specialist for the Istanbul region.

The role focuses on identifying Turkish suppliers, initiating collaboration via NDA/CoC, issuing RFQs, and coordinating with European divisions to manage local suppliers. Qualifications include a bachelor’s in engineering or related field and at least five years in procurement, with SAP experience preferred.