Procurement Manager at СORE Team (вакансія неактивна)

ABOUT THE PROJECT

We are looking for a Procurement Manager to join our manufacturing team. The majority of procurement activities are focused on Ukraine (approximately 70%), with additional work involving international suppliers, primarily from China and, less frequently, from the USA and Europe. The role covers the full procurement cycle: supplier sourcing, negotiations, delivery organization, product control, and cost tracking. The Procurement Manager will work closely with the manufacturing, R&D, and warehouse teams. Preference will be given to candidates with military service experience or veteran status.

REQUIREMENTS

– At least 1 year of experience in procurement, supply chain, or operational roles.
– English proficiency at Intermediate level or higher (for working with international suppliers).
– Strong negotiation skills and the ability to reach agreements and defend decisions.
– Willingness to take responsibility in complex and critical situations.
– Confident use of Excel / Google Sheets (basic formulas, pivot tables).
– Structured mindset, attention to detail, and analytical thinking.
– Stress resilience, flexibility, and ability to work in a changing environment.
– Teamwork skills and results-oriented approach.
– Practical understanding of UAV design or basic knowledge of drone components will be an advantage.
– Experience in procurement of electronics, carbon fiber, or composite materials is a plus.
– Technical education or technical background is welcome.

RESPONSIBILITIES

– Sourcing and selecting suppliers in Ukraine and abroad (primarily Ukraine and China).
– Communicating and negotiating with suppliers regarding pricing, cooperation terms, delivery timelines, and shipping methods.
– Organizing and supporting logistics processes, taking into account current restrictions, customs requirements, and product-specific regulations (including batteries).
– Collaborating with manufacturing, R&D, and warehouse teams: collecting requirements, placing and coordinating orders.
– Managing the full procurement cycle: shipment, delivery, quality control, handling claims and returns.
– Maintaining inventory records and monitoring stock levels, participating in the transition to procurement planning.
– Participating in the implementation and improvement of accounting processes in BAS / ERP systems.
– Working with contracts and primary documentation, entering data into BAS and Google Sheets.
– Tracking procurement costs, preparing basic reports, and participating in procurement budgeting.
– Contributing to the digitalization and automation of procurement and accounting processes.

WHAT WE OFFER

– Official employment.
– Military deferment.
– Work in a field of strategic importance for Ukraine.
– Opportunities for professional growth and gradual expansion of responsibilities (procurement planning, inventory management, task delegation).
– A team united by a shared mission.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

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