Strategic Purchasing Specialist

Borçelik; Osmangazi; On-site; TRY 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Borçelik, a leading galvanized steel producer, seeks a Purchasing Specialist to manage indirect materials, services and CAPEX with strong ERP and data-analysis skills. The role emphasizes supplier evaluation, contract management, and cost optimization, requiring an engineering/business/economics background and solid English proficiency.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, monitor supplier performance, and contribute to procurement strategies in a fast-paced, quality-driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field is required.
• Proven experience in procurement, supply chain management or strategic sourcing is preferred.
• Good command of English for reporting, correspondence and meetings.
• Proficiency in SAP and/or similar ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of indirect materials, services, and CAPEX in line with policies.
• Conduct supplier market research, identify sources, and manage bidding processes.
• Analyze and compare supplier proposals on price, quality, lead time and compliance.
• Prepare, monitor, and renew procurement contracts as required.
• Create purchase orders, track deliveries, and coordinate with internal stakeholders.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on cost, quality and service; drive improvements.
• Support projects aimed at achieving procurement budget targets and cost reductions.
• Monitor market trends and price fluctuations to enhance procurement strategies.
• Prepare procurement reports and provide updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with policies and regulations.

Skills

English

Data analysis

Excel

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Borçelik, a leading galvanized steel producer, seeks a Purchasing Specialist to manage indirect materials, services and CAPEX with strong ERP and data-analysis skills. The role emphasizes supplier evaluation, contract management, and cost optimization, requiring an engineering/business/economics background and solid English proficiency.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, monitor supplier performance, and contribute to procurement strategies in a fast-paced, quality-driven