Procurement Specialist

Karadeniz Holding A.Ş.

Founded in 1948, Karadeniz Holding engages in various sectors, primarily energy, finance, tourism and real estate industries. The Group is the only owner, operator and builder of the first Powership™ (floating power plant) fleet in the world and plays an active role in medium to long-term investments with more than 2.000 employees around the world in different 20 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America.

 Karpowership, part of the Karadeniz Holding, is the owner, operator and builder of the only Powership™ (floating power plant) fleet in the world and plays an active role in medium to long-term investments; providing access to fast-track, affordable and reliable electricity. Powerships have a range of 30 MW to 470 MW and are delivered ready to operate in less than 60 days. Currently, Karpowership owns and operates 36 Powerships with an installed capacity exceeding 6,000 MW and another 5,000 MW are under construction or in the pipeline. In addition to a Powership fleet, Karpowership owns and operates its own LNG fleet. With expertise and experience in the field, Karpowership serves as a one-stop-shop for LNG to Power solutions, as a single provider delivering all parts of the value chain; including but not limited to LNG sourcing, transport, delivery, regasification, and electricity production; with the mission of powering life wherever needed. With more than 2,000 employees globally; Karpowership is operational in Indonesia, Mozambique, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Gambia, Senegal, Sudan, Ivory Coast, Brazil, Cuba and New Caledonia.  

 We are looking for a Procurement Specialist for our Supply Chain Management organisation;

 Qualifications:

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical-Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,  Industrial  Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering,  Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, Marine Engineering, Maritime Transportation and Management Engineering etc

·       At least 2 years of experience in procurement processes,

·       Very good command of Turkish & English,

·       Knowledge in SAP,

·       Competent in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Programmes,

·       Knowledge of contract law,

·       Competent in analytical and problem-solving skills, strong negotiation skills, good communication,

·       Strong interpersonal/organizational skills.

·       Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

·       High stress management skills and handles stress,

·       Hardworker and agile,

·       No restriction for travelling,

·       Resident in Istanbul.

Job Description:

·       Acting in accordance with company procedures, policies, instructions

·       Purchasing of goods and services with desired quality  and technical specifications, optimal cost from confirmed suppliers within on time

·       Preparing and interpreting price comparison tables by analyzing commercial conditions

·       Identifying to potential suppliers, visiting existing suppliers, and building good relationships

·       Providing cost and quality advantage by developing alternative suppliers and materials,

·       Liaising between suppliers, manufacturers, and relevant internal departments;

·       Taking proactive actions regarding commercial issues,

·       Conducting cost down works in order to lower total purchasing cost,

·       Preparing and conducting contract and price negotiations with suppliers for medium to large volumes to contribute to the profitability of the company,

·       Establishing purchasing contracts with suppliers and managing contract negotiations,

·       Preparing and presenting relevant reports to Procurement Manager