Procurement Manager - Indirect Material (all genders)

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.

Qualifications

• Completed degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Master
• Professional of Technical Management or a comparable qualification.
• First experience in a comparable position in Supply Chain Management, Procurement
• 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.

Your mission

As the Procurement Manager Indirect Material you will manage the acquisition of all non-production goods 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, evaluate, and qualify potential suppliers for indirect goods (e.g., prototypes, test equipment, office supplies, IT equipment).
• 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.
• 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.