Procurement Manager

We're on the hunt for a dynamic Procurement Manager to drive strategic procurement for our key categories and products. If you're ready to optimize quality, cost-efficiency, and ensure stellar product delivery, we want to hear from you! 

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for assigned category and Milrem’s products, aligning with company objectives and product requirements.

• Manage the assigned category, set goals, establish metrics, and collaborate with cross-functional teams ensuring alignment with category objectives.

• Manage the procurement of assigned products with the procurement team and product management team.

• Lead supplier selection and negotiation of contracts, maintain supplier relationships, monitorin performance and drive improvements.

• Ensure compliance with policies and standards, monitor costs, and implement cost-saving initiatives.

• Take a hands-on approach to sourcing, negotiations, and supplier relationships.

Qualifications: 

• 5+ years’ experience in procurement, supply chain management, and category management, with a focus on supplier development.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and collaboration skills.

• Proficient in data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities through spending patterns, market trends, and supplier performance.

• Proven success in supplier negotiations, contract management, and regulatory compliance.

• Proficiency of procurement from planning to delivery and lifecycle; skilled in handling multiple projects and deadlines.

• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and proactive risk management; adaptable and committed to continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply management, engineering or a related field.

• Willingness to travel as needed.

• Fluent in English.

Additional Requirements: 

• A Master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is a plus.

• Experience in the project base automotive, defence or manufacturing industry.

• Matrix team management experience.

We offer: 

• Opportunities to implement your thoughts and ideas with a dedicated and innovative team.

• Opportunities for self-development in an ambitious global company with colleagues and leaders who believe in the potential of the high-tech industry.

• Opportunities to contribute to shaping the future of the world.

• Support in-house career steps and sporting options or health insurance, extra free days and leave, work in international teams and flexible working options, etc.

Location: Estonia, Finland, Sweden, Netherland and Poland.  

Additional information: To apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter by 23th August, 2024, at the latest. 

If you have any additional questions, kindly contact us at careers@milrem.com and more information www.milremrobotics.com/careers/ . 

We will provide feedback to applicants within one month from the submission deadline at the latest.