Robin Radar Senior Procurement Specialist at Robin Radar manages supplier relationships and ensures material availability for radar systems. The role includes strategic sourcing, negotiation, and operational supply chain support.
Responsibilities
Strategic sourcing and negotiation: Prepare proposals, request quotes, and negotiate competitive purchasing terms and pricing. Focus on high-complexity categories like PCBs, custom cabling, and computer components.
Supplier relationship management: Manage daily vendor operations and build strong long-term relationships with critical suppliers. Conduct regular performance reviews and on-site visits to drive continuous improvement.
Operational supply chain support: Ensure on-time sourcing of parts for Manufacturing and Service & Support teams. Resolve daily supply chain showstoppers and coordinate non-conformances quickly across departments.
Data integrity and system accuracy: Maintain precise supplier and category data in our ERP system. Keep lead times, contact details, and BOM cost prices up to date at all times.
Process improvement and escalation: Act as the primary escalation point for complex delivery disputes and bottlenecks. Identify process gaps and implement practical automation to boost purchasing efficiency.
BA or MSc in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of procurement and strategic sourcing experience in technical manufacturing.
Strong background in sourcing electronics, PCBs, cabling, and computing hardware.
Deep expertise in ERP systems like SAP or NetSuite and MRP logic.
Fluent English, both spoken and written.
Strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and high attention to detail.
Collaborative team player comfortable communicating across diverse cultures and technical teams.
Qualification
BA or MSc in Business AdministrationFluent English spoken and written
Required
BA or MSc in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
5+ years procurement and strategic sourcing experience in technical manufacturing
Strong background in sourcing electronics, PCBs, cabling, and computing hardware
Deep expertise in ERP systems like SAP or NetSuite and MRP logic
Fluent English spoken and written
Strong analytical skills and financial acumen
Willingness to travel occasionally to supplier sites
Benefits
Great Place to Work® certified company
Comprehensive pension plan
Commuting allowance
30 days paid holiday leave plus option to buy 3 additional days
Training and certifications
High quality laptop/desktop, monitor, headphones, and other equipment