STARK
Procurement Manager (Electronics)
TLDR
Manage the procurement of non-production goods and R&D prototypes while optimizing supplier relationships and implementing best-practice procurement strategies.
About Us
STARK is a defense technology company that is fundamentally changing the deployment of autonomous systems across various operational domains. We design, develop, and produce high-performance uncrewed systems that are software-driven, scalable in large quantities, and cost-efficient. This provides our forces with a decisive advantage in challenging combat environments.
Our focus is on immediately deployable, high-performance systems – not vague future promises. In a time of growing threats, STARK strengthens the technological superiority of NATO allies and their partners to ensure deterrence and defend Europe today.
Our focus is on immediately deployable, high-performance systems – not vague future promises. In a time of growing threats, STARK strengthens the technological superiority of NATO allies and their partners to ensure deterrence and defend Europe today.
Your mission
As the Procurement Manager Indirect Material you will manage the acquisition of all non-production goods as well as R&D prototypes and direct materials needed for series production ensuring the continuous, cost-effective, and compliant supply required for seamless business operations by optimizing supplier relationships, and implementing best-practice procurement strategies to minimize risk and maximize organizational value.
Responsibilities
- Identify necessary parts and equipment by researching specifications and solutions first, then proceed to identify, evaluate, and qualify potential suppliers for indirect goods (e.g., Prototypes, test equipment, office supplies, IT equipment) R&D prototypes and direct material (parts needed for the final product to go into series production).
- Process and manage purchase requests (PRs) from internal stakeholders.
- Jira Ticket System Integration: Utilize the Jira system as the primary intake method for purchase requests, converting approved and categorized Jira tickets into formal Purchase Orders (POs) in the ERP or procurement system.
- Track the status of all open orders from requisition through delivery, updating the corresponding Jira ticket or status for the internal requestor.
- Resolve issues related to orders, such as delivery delays, discrepancies, or incorrect invoicing.
- Analyze spending patterns and market trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and consolidation.
- Analyse and mitigate supply chain risks to minimise disruptions.
- Work closely with internal departments (Legal, R&D, sales) and external partners.
- Prepare reports and analyses on supply chain performance.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve the best value for the company.
- Manage and monitor supplier performance, ensuring adherence to quality, delivery, and compliance standards.
Qualifications
- Completed degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Master Professional of Technical Management or a comparable qualification.
- Minimum one year experience in a comparable position in Supply Chain Management, Procurement.
- Expertise in electronics or UAV systems is strongly preferred.
- Strong analytical and conceptual skills, as well as a good understanding of numbers.
- Structured, independent, and goal-oriented way of working.
- Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to take responsibility.
STARK is a defense technology company that designs, develops, and manufactures high-performance unmanned systems to enhance the deployment of autonomous technologies across various domains. Our focus is on delivering software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective solutions that give NATO Allies a decisive advantage in contested environments, addressing today's rising threats.
Procurement Manager