Direct Purchasing - Groupe Atlantic Romania

Project Purchasing:

• Identify suitable suppliers within the site or Group supplier panel.
• If no supplier is available, perform external market search and identify new suppliers.
• Conduct supplier research for required components.
• Provide accurate and timely pricing for the requested items.
• Organize sample delivery and follow up on approvals.
• Prepare and provide all necessary documentation and information to initiate serial orders.

Serial Life Purchasing: 

• Manage and sign contracts and contract appendix already negotiated by Group or local teams. 
• Collect and update supplier ownership structures and other required documents.
• Participate in negotiations for problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Register all negotiated prices in the SAP system. 
• Ensure full compliance with WeGA processes and steps.

Supplier Assessment & Analysis: 

• Participate in supplier assessments, risk assessments and audits.
• Conduct supplier visits when required.
• Support risk mitigation actions and cost-improvement initiatives (including search for alternative suppliers).
• Support preparation and execution of supplier management reviews.

Strategy & Reporting: 

• Contribute to budget preparation (price checks, supplier communication, cost validations). 
• Contribute to savings planning and follow-up.
• Maintain and update supplier panels. 
• Participate in global Group improvement programs (e.g. Ecomonundo, Sustainability procurement initiatives).

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Perform any additional tasks assigned by the Department Manager, Plant Management or Group Purchasing.
• Act as back-up for Indirect Purchasing activities, taking over assigned tasks when requested by the Purchasing Manager (including supplier communication, PO issuance, negotiation, documentation updates, and contract follow-up).

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (any field).

Professional experience:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain or Import/Trade.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP).

Skills:

• Very good English level.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Driving license recommended.
• Availability for overtime or work outside usual hours (early morning, evenings, weekends) when necessary.
• Business travel in Romania and abroad.