Team Leader Purchasing

Hamilton Central Europe is located in Timisoara, Romania and develops and produces microliter syringes, needles, dosing pumps, pipetting modules and accessories for analytical and research laboratories, as well as accessories for medical devices used in intensive care units. In addition, we provide financial accounting services for the Hamilton companies.

Job Description:

• Lead, coach, and support the procurement team to meet operational and strategic goals.
• Drive process improvements and team development through regular feedback and training.
• Manage supplier relationships and sourcing strategies to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.
• Oversee the full procurement process: order creation, follow-up, and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Production, R&D, Quality, Logistics) to align supply with demand.
• Monitor supplier performance and initiate improvement plans where necessary.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and external regulations.

Professional experience & skills desired to have:

• University degree in Economics, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Background in medical devices, industrial, or automotive industries is a plus.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Well organized person, problem solving attitude, with excellent communication skills, team oriented, analytical skills and the ability to work independently

Benefits

• Performance bonus
• Medical subscription
• Extra days off
• Flexible work schedule
• Meal vouchers