Senior Buyer
About Us:
As the world enters a new era of geopolitical tension, manufacturers are being forced to rethink their supply chains to secure cost-effective access to critical production parts. At the same time, advances in AI are creating new opportunities for companies to stay ahead of the competition and unlock new levels of efficiency. Makat is transforming the overlooked tactical procurement space with the world’s first self-learning trade network for electronics manufacturing. Our high-end supply chain solutions are turning tactical procurement from a reactive cost center into a source of strategic value, improving resilience, uncovering meaningful cost savings, and giving teams the sourcing edge needed to stay competitive in today’s hyper-competitive markets.
What You’ll Do:
- Take a hands-on approach to drive excellence in sourcing and procurement.
- Manage complete transaction cycles —from sourcing and price negotiations to ensuring quality and on-time delivery of electronic components.
- Serve as the company's regional expert, developing and expanding global procurement operations in Europe and America.
- Collaborate closely with the product team to shape the Makat platform's procurement features and workflows.
- Monitor industry trends and market conditions to develop effective purchasing strategies.
Who You Are:
- A get-things-done individual with a goal-oriented work ethic.
- Possess an autonomous spirit with a mindset for building and optimizing processes.
- 5+ years of procurement experience in an international context, working with both buyers and sellers. Independent distribution experience - big advantage.
- Excellent spreadsheet skills (Excel or Google Sheets) and a willingness to adapt to and leverage technological advancements in procurement.
- High degree of intercultural competence and negotiation experience with international partners.
- Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills, capable of collaborating seamlessly across different departments.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
Why Join Us?
Join a global, high-energy team operating across four continents and transforming the future of manufacturing. At Makat, you'll step into a dynamic and rapidly growing space at the intersection of AI and global supply chains, with direct exposure to the fast-paced world of production materials trading. This role offers an opportunity to own diverse financial domains, build foundational capabilities, and scale with the company from the ground up, while bringing cutting-edge technology to an underserved and mission-critical industry.