Strategic Buyer: Global Sourcing & Cost Optimization

Dinex Group; Çerkezköy; On-site; TRY 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Dinex is seeking a Senior Strategic Buyer for its Cerkezkoy, Turkey team to develop and execute sourcing strategies for local direct and indirect spend, drive cost-down programs and build strategic supplier partnerships in an international environment.

You will manage RFQs, supplier negotiations, and KPIs, while aligning with Global Procurement and ensuring compliance with APQP, 8D problem solving and ISO standards. Willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Min. 8 years’ procurement experience in production industry with strong commercial mindset.
• Proven track record of delivering strategic sourcing and cost reduction projects.
• Fluent in English verbal and written; experience with APQP, 8D problem solving, project management.

Responsibilities

• Own strategy and negotiations for local direct and indirect spend.
• Set procurement strategy for logistics for EU OEM division.
• Develop and execute local supplier cost-down roadmaps.
• Lead local RFQs and OPEX procurement projects with the business.
• Negotiate suppliers and drive commercial improvements.
• Manage local procurement KPIs including savings and payment terms.
• Implement Vision Zero audit actions and procurement standards.
• Identify cost and value opportunities with Global Procurement.
• Support global strategies and new product launches locally.
• Monitor raw material market trends and sourcing opportunities.
• Participate in supplier reviews and performance management.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Cost reduction

Negotiation

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

APQP

8D problem solving

English proficiency

Procurement tools & P2P

Job description

Dinex is seeking a Senior Strategic Buyer for its Cerkezkoy, Turkey team to develop and execute sourcing strategies for local direct and indirect spend, drive cost-down programs and build strategic supplier partnerships in an international environment.

You will manage RFQs, supplier negotiations, and KPIs, while aligning with Global Procurement and ensuring compliance with APQP, 8D problem solving and ISO standards. Willingness to travel as needed.