Indirect Purchasing Specialist

Dentaş Ambalaj ve Kağıt Sanayi A.Ş.

Dunapack Packaging is a member of the Austrian Prinzhorn Group and specializes in the production of corrugated cardboard packaging, executed at a high-quality level using mainly recycled paper. 

Exceeding 6000 employees across 12 countries and 24 plants, Dunapack Packaging is the regional market leader in Central and Eastern Europe, meeting customers‘highest packaging requirements and delivering innovative and competitive packaging solutions. 
At Dunapack Packaging, we have an agile work culture. We prioritize clear responsibilities and foster collaboration while empowering our future leaders to drive functional excellence and accelerate our speed to market. With a modern approach, a long tradition and a clear goal for the future, we are committed to “living circularity” as our purpose and embrace “people”, “performance” and “responsibility” as our main core values.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor's degree from relevant departments,
• At least 5 years of experience in a Purchasing Specialist position,
• Good command of English (written and verbal),
• Strong negotiation and communication skills,
• Proven experience in supplier relationship management,
• Ability to analyze market trends and make informed purchasing decisions,
• Familiarity with procurement software and tools; knowledge of the SAP MM module is an asset,
• Excellent organizational and time management skills,
• Residing in Eskişehir.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for an Indirect Purchasing Specialist for our corrugated board and packaging plant in Eskişehir. This role will be responsible for:

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to meet business objectives,
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favorable terms,
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or discrepancies,
• Collaborate with internal departments to forecast demand and manage inventory levels,
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities,
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations,
• Manage the procurement process from requisition to delivery,
• Analyze purchasing data to identify cost-saving opportunities,
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data,
• Work closely with the finance team to manage budgets and control costs,
• Utilize purchasing skills to optimize supply chain efficiency.