Procurement Manager - Indirect Material

About the role

As the Procurement Manager Indirect Material you will manage the acquisition of all non-production goods ensuring the continuous, cost-effective, and compliant supply required for seamless business operations by optimizing supplier relationships, and implementing best-practice procurement strategies to minimize risk and maximize organizational value.

What you'll do

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify potential suppliers for indirect goods (e.g., Prototypes, test equipment, office supplies, IT equipment)
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve the best value for the company
• Manage and monitor supplier performance, ensuring adherence to quality, delivery, and compliance standards
• Process and manage purchase requests (PRs) from internal stakeholders
• Utilize the Jira system as the primary intake method for purchase requests, converting approved and categorized Jira tickets into formal Purchase Orders (POs) in the ERP or procurement system
• Track the status of all open orders from requisition through delivery, updating the corresponding Jira ticket or status for the internal requestor
• Resolve issues related to orders, such as delivery delays, discrepancies, or incorrect invoicing
• Analyze spending patterns and market trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and consolidation

What you'll need

• Completed degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Master Professional of Technical Management or a comparable qualification
• First experience in a comparable position in Supply Chain Management, Procurement
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, as well as a good understanding of numbers
• Structured, independent, and goal-oriented way of working
• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to take responsibility