Purchasing Specialist

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduated from the Engineering departments of universities

• Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing (preferably in companies operating in engineering or manufacturing)

• Experience in the purchasing of raw materials, operating supplies (machine parts, hardware, etc.), consumables, and technical services for production

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with advanced knowledge of Excel (candidates will be required to take an Excel test)

• Experienced in reporting

• SAP experience

• Knowledge of import processes

• Proficiency in English at C1 level or above

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and reporting skills

• Responsible and result-oriented

• Strong communication, organizational, and planning skills

• Active driver’s license

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Carrying out all purchasing activities, excluding LPG, within Aygaz Group companies in coordination with relevant departments

• Managing the entire purchasing process, including: obtaining domestic and international quotations, reviewing material specifications, managing RFP-RFQ-tender processes, preparing purchase forms, securing approvals in line with authorization limits, placing orders, preparing contracts, monitoring deliveries, resolving supply-related issues, reviewing incoming invoices, applying discounts, preparing payment plans, communicating with finance teams, following up supplier payments, and processing material entries/exits in the system

• Interpreting and comparing product specifications of equipment to be purchased

• Preparing reports required within or outside the department and contributing to system improvements

• Ensuring that purchasing activities are carried out in alignment with production processes by working in coordination with all related departments and parallel planning with production

• Planning and executing, in coordination with relevant units, supplier-based activities for improving quality, efficiency, and cost optimization in new products and processes

• Contributing to research and development projects for new products/systems within the company

• Managing stock levels of the assigned product groups