Supplier & Sourcing Manager at FLSmidth

Ankara, Ankara, Turkey -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supplier Strategy, Cost Optimization, Category Management, Capital Procurement, Operational Procurement, Data-Driven Sourcing, Quotation Process, Cost Estimation, Supplier Market Analysis, Risk Assessment, Sourcing Trends, Negotiation, Cost Reduction, Total Cost of Ownership, Supplier Performance Monitoring, Stakeholder Engagement

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

We are seeking a Supplier and Sourcing Manager to join our supply chain team and lead critical sourcing initiatives within the mining industry. This role focuses on supplier strategy, cost optimization, and category management for both capital and operational procurement. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of mining supply markets and an ability to make data-driven sourcing decisions that align with business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Drive the quotation and cost estimation process for key procurement packages, utilizing deep expertise in relevant categories such as heavy equipment, consumables, and services. Conduct supplier market analysis to assess risks, capabilities, and innovations; build insights into regional and global sourcing trends relevant to mining. Drive category management strategies to consolidate spend, ensure continuity of supply, and create long-term value. Support new supplier identification, qualification, and onboarding, in collaboration with quality and technical teams. Lead negotiation processes in coordination with product line colleagues, ensuring competitive cost structures and favorable terms. Identify and implement cost reduction and value optimization opportunities across sourcing activities. Lead or contribute to make vs. buy analyses, considering production capabilities, strategic risks, and total cost of ownership. Evaluate options between using internal manufacturing (workshops/factories) and external suppliers, balancing cost, capacity, and quality. Monitor supplier performance and contribute to continuous improvement in collaboration with operations and technical stakeholders. Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field. Minimum 5-10 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement within the mining, heavy industry, or related sectors. Strong analytical skills and experience in cost modeling and market evaluation. Familiarity with equipment, materials, and services used in the mining sector. Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa) and MS Excel. Fluent in written and spoken English Preferred: Experience with large capital projects or remote site operations. Knowledge of global mining supply markets and regulatory considerations. Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration experience. Fluent in written and spoken Russian What We Offer: Competitive salary and performance-based incentives Opportunities for professional growth within a global mining organization Collaborative and safety-first culture Exposure to strategic and operational sourcing decisions across mining operations As an equal opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply - the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is. In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly request that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, marital status, number of children, and photographs from your application materials. FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to customers in the mining industry – for more information please visit FLSmidth.com/careers FLS is a leading, full flowsheet minerals processing supplier to the global mining industry. We deliver proven technologies and services across the lifecycle of operations, and have set targets of providing solutions for zero-emissions mining by 2030 with our MissionZero programme.

Responsibilities

The manager will drive critical sourcing initiatives in the mining industry, focusing on supplier strategy, cost optimization, and category management for both capital and operational procurement. Key duties include leading quotation processes, conducting supplier market analysis, driving category management strategies, and leading negotiations.