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Procurement and Supply Chain Engineer
Focused Energy Inc.. Establish and lead the Procurement & Supply Chain function .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in procurement strategy, supplier management, and supply chain optimization, with a strong focus on negotiating agreements and managing supplier performance in complex engineering environments. Proficient in developing processes and tools that enhance procurement workflows and mitigate supply chain risks.
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Procurement Strategy DevelopmentSupplier ManagementNegotiation of Supplier AgreementsSupply Chain Risk ManagementCross-Functional Collaboration
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Hard Skills
ProcurementStrategic SourcingSupplier Qualification FrameworksContract ManagementCommercial NegotiationsTechnical PurchasingSupply Chain ManagementCost AnalysisQuality AssuranceLead Time Management
Soft Skills
Highly OrganizedProcess-OrientedStrong CommunicationStakeholder InfluenceTeam Building
Tools & Technologies
Procurement SystemsSupplier Documentation ToolsContract Management Software
Industry Keywords
EngineeringHardwareDeep-TechIndustrial TechnologyAdvanced Manufacturing
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Establish and lead the Procurement & Supply Chain function
- Develop procurement strategy, processes, tools, and operating standards
- Identify, evaluate, qualify, and manage suppliers for optical, laser, mechanical, electrical, and advanced hardware components
- Lead supplier selection, RFQs, commercial negotiations, pricing discussions, lead-time agreements, and framework contracts
- Negotiate strategic supplier agreements and Joint Development Agreements with Engineering, Legal, Finance, and leadership
- Own procurement activities from request through purchase order and supplier follow-up
- Implement standardized purchasing workflows, supplier documentation, approval processes, contract management, and procurement systems
- Monitor supplier capacity, component availability, lead times, delivery performance, and supply disruptions
- Develop mitigation strategies for critical components and communicate risks to stakeholders
- Coordinate purchase order approvals, budget alignment, payment processes, contract reviews, and compliance requirements
- Establish supplier qualification and performance standards covering technical specifications, quality, cleanroom, safety, and regulatory requirements
- Report on procurement status, supplier performance, purchasing cycle times, cost savings, delivery risks, and sourcing priorities
- Identify future capability and resourcing needs, contribute to hiring plans, and build the team knowledge base
Requirements
What you’ll need- Significant experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain management, or technical purchasing
- Experience in a complex engineering, hardware, deep-tech, industrial technology, or advanced manufacturing environment
- Experience building or significantly improving procurement processes and supplier management practices
- Experience managing technically complex sourcing activities and translating technical requirements into commercial and supplier strategies
- Strong track record negotiating supplier agreements, pricing, delivery terms, and commercial contracts
- Experience balancing cost, quality, lead time, technical risk, and supplier reliability
- Experience developing supplier qualification frameworks and evaluating supplier performance
- Experience proactively managing supply chain risks and constraints
- Highly organized and process-oriented
- High degree of ownership and independence
- Strong cross-functional partnership and stakeholder influence skills
- Comfortable working as a hands-on individual contributor while planning future team capabilities
- Motivated to build a function and develop future team members
- Confident communication in English
- German language skills are an advantage
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary
- Company ownership in the form of stock options
- 30 days of vacation per year
- Private pension plan contribution: 20% on top of monthly contributions, plus loyalty incentives
- State-of-the-art Windows or Apple laptops
- Keyboard, mouse, and headset
- Regular company events
- Flexible commuting support through NAVIT, including public transportation tickets, taxi rides, or car-sharing
- Fitness and wellness services through Wellhub across Europe
- Daily canteen lunch options at the Darmstadt office
- Healthy snacks and drinks
- Career development opportunities
- Collaborative international work environment