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 B2 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