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This Position reports to:
Procurement &amp; Logistics Manager<div> 
Your role and responsibilities 
 
In this role, you will have the opportunity to purchase materials according to required technical specifications, price, delivery schedule, and terms. Each day, you will ensure purchasing activities align with corporate purchasing policies and procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying new suppliers in cooperation with the relevant category team. 
 
The work model for the role is: {hybrid}
 
 
You will be mainly accountable for:<ul><li>
Tracks goods received to verify appropriate delivery and ensure invoice processing.</li><li>
Oversees supplier performance (on time delivery, quality, lead time), and resolves performance issues.</li><li>
Initiates supply orders and customs processes in the system, confirms delivery with suppliers, monitors and tracks supplier performance to purchase order requirements.</li><li>
Conducts all Supply Chain activities for all goods and services in accordance with policies and procedures.</li><li>
Supports continuous focus on efficiency and reliability improvement. Identifies, proposes and runs optimization initiatives to ensure flawless execution of purchasing process.</li><li>
Direct experience from establishment and working in cross-functional teams with a skilled execution focus</li></ul></div><div> 

Qualifications for the role
<ul><li>At least 2 years of experience in purchasing/ buyer related position</li><li>
Direct experience working with SAP (purchasing module)</li><li>
Proficient in business English (B2) and Turkish (C1)</li><li>
Engaged way of working / ability to adjust to new situations / team work spirit</li><li>
Experience of working in Back Office SCM operations</li><li>
Experience working in a shared services environment</li><li>
Advanced Excel skills and Proficient written and verbal communication skills</li></ul></div>
We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.</div>

Purchasing Specialist

Randstad Türkiye

<div>
 
 We are seeking a
 
 Technical Purchasing Specialist
 
 for our global partner in the polymer and systems solutions sector. The role will support international procurement, supplier management, and technical purchasing activities within a hybrid working model.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job description
 
 
 
 
 
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 Manage technical procurement activities within the global supply chain framework,
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 Conduct price, quality, and delivery performance negotiations with both international and local suppliers,
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 Identify and evaluate new suppliers, ensuring technical competency and compliance with company standards,
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 Ensure all procurement activities comply with corporate procedures and global purchasing standards,
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 Handle contract management, quotation processes, cost analysis, and regular reporting,
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 Collaborate with project teams and global purchasing units to ensure timely fulfillment of needs,
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 Monitor supplier performance and develop improvement actions when necessary.
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Industrial, Mechanical or Material Engineering, Int'l Trade, SCM, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics or relevant fields.
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 Minimum 5 years of experience in technical procurement, preferably within global processes,
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 Strong background in supplier selection, evaluation, contract management, and price negotiations,
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 Fluency in English with the ability to effectively communicate with international stakeholders,
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 Strong analytical thinking, planning, and process-tracking skills,
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 Excellent communication, negotiation, and teamwork abilities,
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 Willingness and ability to work in a hybrid working model.
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Technical Purchasing Specialist

<div>
 
 
 Location:
 
 &Idot;stanbul/Eski&scedil;ehir
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Would you like to be a part of our global team which turns dreams into reality?
 
 
 
 ETi is full of opportunities for your competencies to get you in pursuit of your career! Join our team, apply for
 
 Category Buyer (Logistics)
 
 position and get beyond your own limits.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What is the Main Aim of This Position?
 
 
 
 Developing new and current purchasing processes in line with trends about the logistics requirements of ETi. Providing financial benefit to the company by carrying out purchasing activities at strategic and operational level.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What We Expect from You?
 
 
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 To manage and oversee the procurement processes for Logistics and Supply Chain departments regarding transportation, warehousing, and distribution services,
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 To collaborate closely with the relevant departments to accurately identify and meet needs,
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 Actively participate in projects aimed at improving procurement processes,
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 To develop and execute alternative purchasing methods,
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 To ensure on time, in full and in budget purchasing via effective supplier relationships,
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 To analyze supplier problems and provide solutions,
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 To enrich and update supplier portfolio via market analysis.
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 Why You?
 
 
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 If you hold a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering or Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences,
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 If you have minimum of 1 year of experience in logistics procurement,
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 If you have advanced knowledge of MS Office programs and SAP,
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 If you have an excellent command of written and spoken English, you are exactly the one we are searching for.
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 What Brings You at the Front?
 
 
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 Having project management skills and experience in project-oriented work,
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 Being strongly analytic and result-oriented,
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 Having negotiation skills,
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 Delivering new ideas,
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 Being innovative and open to learning,
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 Having strong communication and coordination skills,
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 Being team work oriented.
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Category Buyer (Logistics)

Ford Otosan

<div>
 
 
 About The Job
 
 
 
 We believe that our employees are the foundation of our success and the source of our strength. Our vision is to become Turkey's most valuable and preferred industrial company that champions equality in the workplace. Join us in shaping the future of the automotive industry at Ford Otosan!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What awaits you in this role?
 
 
 
 &bull; In this dynamic Central Buyer role, you will be at the heart of our company's supply chain, managing strategic purchasing activities and directly contributing to our company's profitability and operational efficiency.
 
 
 &bull; You will manage end-to-end purchasing processes for a wide range of direct production commodities, taking an active role in all steps, from initial market research and supplier identification to complex negotiations and final contract signing.
 
 
 &bull; Your responsibilities will include evaluating potential suppliers, managing detailed Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes, conducting cost analyses, monitoring supplier performance, and identifying areas for improvement. Furthermore, managing supply risks and building sustainable supplier relationships will be among your core duties.
 
 
 &bull; This role goes beyond transactional purchasing; it requires strategic thinking, understanding market dynamics, and finding innovative supply solutions. You will work closely with internal stakeholders from various departments such as Engineering, R&amp;D, Manufacturing, Finance, and Legal to understand their needs and provide the most suitable supply solutions.
 
 
 &bull; If you are someone who enjoys strategic thinking, possesses strong negotiation skills, thrives on interacting with a broad network of internal and external stakeholders, and wants to directly impact the company's results, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for you. You are invited to embark on this exciting journey to elevate your career in procurement and lead significant projects.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What are we looking for in this position?
 
 
 
 &bull; Develops strategy to achieve cost, supplier manufacturing footprint, and scale benefits,
 
 
 &bull; Actively work to identify cost reduction opportunities, localization plans, work with suppliers and internal stake holders to achieve TVM (Total Cost Value Management) targets,
 
 
 &bull; Delivers optimal commodity cost by applying cost estimates, benchmarking, competitive bids and market intelligence as tools,
 
 
 &bull; Negotiate &amp; settle raw material price escalation considering economics,
 
 
 &bull; Execute price settlement in WIPS, SAP - Ariba - S4 Hana and I-ERP systems,
 
 
 &bull; Support supply chain, MP&amp;L (Material Planning &amp; Logistic) to meet 100% production &amp; service parts requirements,
 
 
 &bull; Execute price settlement in WIPS, SAP - Ariba - S4 Hana and I-ERP systems.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Technical &amp; Behavioural Skills and Competencies
 
 
 
 &bull; BSc, Master's or Ph.D. Degree of Mechanical, Industrial Engineering (Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering, Business Administration and similar analytical depts. ),
 
 
 &bull; Minimum 3-4 years experience in purchasing function for Central Buyers (Preferable technical and automative industries),
 
 
 &bull; Fluent in English (both written and verbal),
 
 
 &bull; Ability to work with global cross functional Ford and Ford Otosan teams,
 
 
 &bull; Excellent business acumen, result-orientated in challenging and adventuring environment,
 
 
 &bull; Agile mindset, tolerant, flexible. Open to develop technical skills,
 
 
 &bull; Ability to understand the nature of supplier business and technical capability,
 
 
 &bull; No military obligation for male candidates,
 
 
 &bull; Valid driving license and flexible for traveling.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Location
 
 
 
 &bull;Sancaktepe/Istanbul
 
 
 
 
 
 
 When You Start Your Career In "Ford Otosan";
 
 
 
 &bull; We have hybrid working model and you can enjoy being part of an agile team.
 
 
 &bull; You'll become a member of Ko&ccedil; Pension Foundation.
 
 
 &bull; You and your loved ones will enjoy the benefits of Ko&ccedil;Ailem.
 
 
 &bull; You'll choose the side benefits with Flextra.
 
 
 The only criterion evaluated in the recruitment and employment is suitability for the job; equal opportunity is provided without any discrimination.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What About Us?
 
 
 
 Ford Otosan, being one of the top three exporting companies in Turkey since 2004, has achieved 12 consecutive years of automotive industry championship and is Turkiye goods product export champion for 8 years in a row. Ford Otosan operates in 4 main centers with its G&ouml;lc&uuml;k and Yenik&ouml;y Plants in Kocaeli, Eski&scedil;ehir Plant in Eski&scedil;ehir, Sancaktepe R&amp;D Center and Spare Parts Warehouse in &Idot;stanbul and Craiova Plant in Romania employs more than 20,000 people. Kocaeli and Eski&scedil;ehir Plants are listed among Ford's 'Best Vehicle Production Centers' and Eski&scedil;ehir is the only factory in Turkiye that can produce vehicles, engines, and powertrains in the same center.
 
 
 Ford Otosan, standing out with its sensitivity regarding social responsibilities, also carries out several social responsibility projects in many fields including education, healthcare, culture, arts, and sports on &ldquo;Future. Now&rdquo; vision. Ford Otosan, also carrying out awareness studies on gender equality since 2013 with the understanding of "Equality at Work", became the only automotive and the first and only industrial company from Turkiye to be included in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index in 2021.
 
 
 The building blocks of our new corporate culture, which we call &ldquo;Dynamic Balance&rdquo;, our values are mutual trust and respect, value each other and affection, openness to change and innovation, open and transparent communication.
 
 
 A common culture brings us to a common sense and purpose, helps us to work in a positive atmosphere of trust, ties us closer and helps us to reach a stronger future all together.
 
 
 
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Central Buyer

Ajax Systems

<div><div>The international technology company Ajax Systems opens a full-cycle production facility in T&uuml;rkiye.</div><div>
Ajax Systems is the largest developer and manufacturer of security systems in Europe. The back office, R&amp;D department, and two full-cycle production facilities are located in Ukraine. The company has branch offices worldwide: UAE (Dubai), Italy, Spain, Germany, Poland, Canada, and many other regions. Ajax team has more than 2,200 employees, including 500 developers and 1,200 production workers. Attracting local expertise in each key market enables us to scale the product globally and grow fast.</div><div></div><div> 
Location : Istanbul/Tuzla, DESBAS</div>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Reponsibilities</h3><ul><li>
Purchasing of direct and indirect materials</li><li>
Main KPI&rsquo;s achievement, reporting (savings, payment terms improvement, etc.).</li><li>
Hold responsibility for the cost.</li><li>
Recommend solutions without compromising quality while optimizing cost.</li><li>
Establishing a comprehensive roadmap of sourcing initiatives to shape the cost structure.</li><li>
Delivery control and fulfilment with orders</li><li>
Full support of order in ERP system (create order, application for payment, receipt of goods, requests for pickup/shipment of goods etc.)</li><li>
Coordinate with warehouses and logistics to optimize domestic and international shipping processes.</li><li>
Maintain appropriate documentation for audit and control procedures, in addition to timely and accurately, updating purchasing records and data.</li><li>
Researching market trends to determine the best time to purchase certain items.</li><li>
Coordinating with other departments to ensure all purchases meet the company&rsquo;s needs.</li><li>
Coordinating with the legal department to draft contracts with suppliers.</li><li>
Maintain effective relationships with suppliers and continually identify new supply streams to maximize operational effectiveness.</li><li>
Routine supplier management as requested, including performance evaluation.</li><li>
Perform new supplier&rsquo;s sourcing and qualification</li><li>
Contract management</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Qualifications</h3><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in finance/engineering/foreign economic activity in priority.</li><li>
3+ years of relevant experience in a similar role.</li><li>
Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to engage, negotiate and manage key stakeholders.</li><li>
Commercially and financially astute with experience of managing budgets.</li><li>
Strong analytical and quantitative skills: ability to think critically working outside the box.</li><li>
Excellent organizational and time management skills.</li><li>
Strong and confident negotiator with the ability to negotiate at all levels.</li><li>
Excellent communication, interpersonal, influential, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Results oriented with ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines.</li><li>
Business fluent knowledge of Turkish and English.</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Ajax Systems is a big team of professionals and open-minded people who share ambitious goals. Join in!</div>

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Procurement Specialist

Schneider Electric

<div>
 
 
 
 Job Description:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The
 
 Solution Purchaser
 
 is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring integrated solutions, including software, hardware, services, and systems that meet business needs. This role combines technical procurement expertise with a strategic understanding of business requirements, vendor capabilities, and cost optimization. The Solution Purchaser works closely with stakeholders, IT, legal, and finance to ensure seamless acquisition and implementation of end-to-end solutions.
 
 
 
 
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 Identify and evaluate suppliers capable of delivering complete, integrated solutions.
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 Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and understand solution needs
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 Support cross-functional project teams through procurement phases.
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 Lead RFI/RFQ processes for complex solution purchases.
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 Negotiate contracts, pricing, SLAs, and terms with vendors and service providers.
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 Manage supplier performance and relationships to ensure delivery and compliance.
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 Ensure all procurement activities align with internal policies, industry regulations, and legal compliance.
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 Work with legal to manage contract risks and resolve any disputes
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 Analyze total cost of ownership (TCO), ROI, and market benchmarks to drive savings.
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 Identify opportunities for cost reduction, value creation, and process improvement.
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 Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement process.
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 Maintain accurate procurement records and provide regular reporting on key metrics.
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 Qualification and Skills
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in an engineering discipline (Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical) or Supply Chain / Logistics.
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 A Master&rsquo;s degree is often a plus.
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 1-3 years of procurement/sourcing experience; especially in project / service business environments.
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 Experience with purchasing full project scope (materials, services, non‑standard / standard commodities) through tendering &amp; execution phases.
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 Familiarity with procurement software / SAP ERP systems and tools for sourcing, contract management, RFQ / RFI process.
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 Knowledge of international procurement practices, incoterms, import/export, logistics, supplier qualification / evaluation.
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 Strong negotiation skills: to secure favorable terms, manage contracts, T&amp;Cs, supplier clauses.
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 Analytical and problem‑solving ability: to evaluate cost, risk, opportunities; do total cost of ownership; cost estimation.
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 Good project management understanding; being able to work under deadlines, coordinate among internal (tendering, engineering, execution) and external (suppliers, contractors) stakeholders.
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 Supplier relationship management; ability to evaluate &amp; audit suppliers; maintain performance metrics.
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 Communication skills: clear, effective, both written and verbal; able to influence and convince in a matrix organization.
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 Change management and continuous improvement mindset: looking for efficiencies, process improvements.
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 Ethics, compliance, ability to follow internal control processes.
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 Turkish is essential, fluency in English will be plus
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 Good organizational skills, ability to handle multiple tasks/projects in parallel.
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</div>

Solution Purchaser (Temporary Contract – 6 Months)

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