Purchasing Specialist

About the role

ASD Laminat, a leading global player in the forest products and laminate industry, is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join its Head Office in Istanbul. The role supports the end‑to‑end procurement process, ensuring smooth daily operations and timely supply of materials.

Key responsibilities

• Manage purchase requests and process them using SAP.
• Create, track, and follow up on purchase orders from initiation to delivery.
• Communicate with suppliers to ensure smooth daily operations and monitor delivery timelines.
• Collect and compare quotations to aid decision‑making.
• Assist in checking invoices, delivery notes, and other purchasing documents.
• Track cost, quality, and delivery performance across purchasing activities.
• Contribute to supplier performance tracking and reporting.
• Prepare reports and analyses to generate actionable insights.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Statistics, Logistics, or Business Administration.
• 1‑2 years of purchasing experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Solid understanding of procurement processes, contract management, and supply‑chain principles.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail.

Required skills

• Proficiency with SAP (or similar ERP systems).
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Competent use of MS Office applications.