Purchasing Specialist

Founded in 1960 in the UK, REED has grown continuously and become a leading brand both in the UK and the international arena. Today REED has 350 offices with more than 3,000 employees and provides services across 20 specialist sectors. We work closely with experienced and qualified professionals across a wide range of industries, delivering bespoke recruitment solutions for mid and senior-level positions.

As Reed Turkey, we are looking for a "Purchasing Specialist" for our global client operating in the manufacturing industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, etc.), International Trade, International Logistics, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in technical procurement within manufacturing environments, combined with import, export, and customs operations.
• Advanced level of written and spoken English with the ability to communicate effectively and conduct negotiations with international suppliers, customs brokers, and logistics service providers.
• Strong knowledge of customs regulations, import procedures, international trade terms (Incoterms), and payment methods such as Letters of Credit.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, particularly Procurement, Inventory Management, and Foreign Trade modules; Canias ERP experience is an asset.
• Strong analytical thinking, negotiation, communication, problem-solving, and crisis management skills.
• Based in Ankara or able to adapt to company transportation routes.
• For male candidates, military service must be completed or exempt.

Job Description

• Manage domestic and international purchase orders in line with requirements received from the Planning Department or ERP system and follow up on approvals and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate end-to-end import and customs clearance processes for components sourced from international suppliers, working closely with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and warehouses.
• Proactively resolve customs, documentation, and regulatory issues to ensure uninterrupted material flow and on-time delivery to production operations.
• Conduct supplier negotiations regarding pricing, payment terms, and delivery conditions while maintaining strong relationships with domestic and international vendors.
• Obtain freight quotations from logistics providers, prepare comparative analyses, and contribute to the optimization of transportation costs.
• Prepare and maintain complete import documentation, including customs declarations, invoices, packing lists, and related records, ensuring accurate ERP system entries and coordination with finance teams.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of cost, quality, and delivery metrics, and support the evaluation and development of alternative suppliers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within procurement, supply chain, and foreign trade processes.