About the Role
As our team expands, we are looking for an experienced Middle Procurement Specialist.
This position requires the ability to define and build an effective procurement strategy within the Ukrainian market, optimize costs, and establish long-term relationships with key local suppliers and contractors. We encourage veterans and individuals with disabilities who meet the job requirements to apply.
Key Responsibilities:- Organize and manage the company’s procurement activities in the local Ukrainian market and with European suppliers.
- Manage procurement processes and participate in developing effective internal procedures.
- Develop and implement measures to optimize costs and reduce the cost of procurement without compromising quality.
- Build and develop a supplier base, ensuring alternative sources for critical items.
- Source local equivalents for imported components for localization tasks, in collaboration with the engineering team.
- Place and manage orders with European suppliers.
- Control order confirmations, readiness dates, and shipment schedules; expedite deliveries for critical items.
- Coordinate contract approvals with the legal department; monitor the fulfillment of contractual obligations and payment terms.
- Organize and conduct tenders to select optimal suppliers and contractors.
- Lead complex negotiations to secure favorable terms.
- Manage relationships with internal contractors, monitoring the quality and timelines of services and work performed.
- Analyze the supplier market, forecast supply risks, and develop mitigation plans.
- Control the procurement budget and generate regular analytical reports for management.
- Engage in cross-functional collaboration with the legal, accounting, logistics, and other company departments.
- 5+ years of experience in procurement in both local and international markets.
- Experience in procuring technical products (components, electronics, spare parts, industrial equipment) within a manufacturing, machine-building, defense, automotive, or energy company.
- Experience organizing and conducting internal tenders, with excellent negotiation skills.
- Excellent analytical abilities, a systematic approach, strategic thinking, and a high level of responsibility.
- Autonomy, accountability for results, and the ability to work under tight deadlines with high-stakes deliveries.
- English proficiency of at least B2 level for effective communication with stakeholders.
- Experience with an ERP system and advanced proficiency in Excel (for price analysis, proposal comparison, and reporting). Experience with SAP is desirable.
- Experience in production localization or import substitution of components is desirable.
Please note: You do not need to meet every single requirement to apply. We welcome motivated candidates who are eager to grow into the role and develop their expertise further.
ARX is a dual-use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. Our dual-use unmanned ground systems and sensors assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders in tackling their most challenging problems by providing them with training and information to make better decisions and take effective actions in life-or-death situations.
As our team continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking motivated candidates who are excited to work in a highly energetic, creative, and innovative team dedicated to developing autonomous systems for challenging environments. We operate in a dynamic sector where collaboration, sharing innovative ideas, and developing novel problem-solving strategies are ingrained in our work culture.
If you are passionate about overcoming challenges that have a real impact on the security of our democracies, apply here to join ARX and help shape the future of dual-use technology!
ARX is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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Skills Required
- 5+ years of procurement experience in local and international markets
- Experience procuring technical products such as components, electronics, spare parts, or industrial equipment
- Experience in manufacturing, machine-building, defense, automotive, or energy companies
- Experience organizing and conducting internal tenders
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Strong analytical abilities and a systematic approach
- Strategic thinking and a high level of responsibility
- Ability to work autonomously and meet tight deadlines for high-stakes deliveries
- English proficiency of at least B2 level
- Experience with an ERP system
- Advanced proficiency in Excel for price analysis, proposal comparison, and reporting
- Experience with SAP
- Experience in production localization or import substitution of components
What We Do
ARX Robotics GmbH is a defense technology manufacturer that develops autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for defense and commercial applications, specializing in autonomous mobile robotics and a digitalization platform.
