Purchasing Specialist

About the Position

We are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join our team in Košice, Slovakia. In this role, you will work closely with the Purchasing Manager to support timely and efficient procurement activities. Your responsibilities will span the entire purchasing lifecycle, from supplier selection to contract management, ensuring material availability for smooth business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Purchasing Manager to achieve prompt and economical order fulfillment.
• Handle purchasing of goods and services within your designated segment.
• Select suppliers and assess their offers based on pricing, product quality, support, and dependability.
• Negotiate pricing and contract terms with vendors.
• Coordinate delivery timelines, track shipments, and ensure on-time receipt of materials.
• Maintain precise records and produce required documentation for purchases, requests for quotation, and contractual agreements.
• Record incoming goods and prepare documentation for finance.
• Develop and update a detailed supplier and materials database.
• Gather supplier quotes and provide full documentation support during negotiations.
• Facilitate contract processing and signing, following compliance throughout contract periods.
• Aid in crafting and executing strategies that focus on minimizing costs, optimizing quality, enhancing delivery, and improving supplier service levels.
• Maintain adherence to ISO standards, keep purchasing files updated, and support audit preparations.
• Update internal stakeholders on the progress of their purchasing requests.
• Participate in travel relating to procurement as necessary.
• Recommend and help implement enhancements to purchasing processes and operations.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of Hungarian is considered an advantage.
• Proven ability in fostering constructive, long-term partnerships with suppliers and colleagues.
• Demonstrated adaptability and proactive mindset addressing internal partners’ needs.
• Strong commitment to reliability and follow-through.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team as well as independently.
• Demonstrated computer literacy, especially in SAP and Microsoft Office suite.
• Outstanding negotiation and diplomatic communication abilities.
• Focused on delivering results and promoting ongoing improvements.
• Willingness to work cross-functionally with various departments.
• Valid driving license required.

Additional Information

• Opportunities for process improvement input and personal development.
• Involves occasional business travel.