Supply Chain Specialist

Responsibilities

• Source and procure components for robotic automation systems, including robots, sensors, safety equipment, grippers, and other industrial hardware.
• Develop RFQs/RFPs in collaboration with engineering teams and evaluate supplier proposals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers while negotiating competitive pricing, lead times, and commercial terms.
• Create purchase orders and manage procurement activities using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Manage warehouse operations, including goods receipt, storage, inventory control, material picking, and stock accuracy.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance with international shipping requirements and Incoterms.
• Work closely with Project Managers to ensure materials are available according to project schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels, perform stock reconciliations, and support financial reporting.
• Support supplier quality management by coordinating inspections, resolving quality issues, and participating in supplier evaluations.
• Identify opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize inventory.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, finance, and operations teams to support successful project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, or warehouse operations.
• Experience sourcing technical or industrial components, preferably within manufacturing, automation, or robotics.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, inventory management, and international logistics.
• Familiarity with ERP systems; experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Professional working proficiency in English, both written and spoken.