Procurement Project Specialist

Join us as a Procurement Specialist, where your decisions directly support technologies strengthening Europe’s security and defense.

At Origin Robotics, procurement goes beyond sourcing - it ensures the quality, reliability, and availability of critical components powering real-world systems.

This is an opportunity to contribute to mission-critical innovation and help shape the future of European defense.

• Lead procurement activities within projects, particularly related to New Product Introduction (NPI), supplier transitions, and procurement optimization initiatives.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute procurement projects, ensuring the achievement of schedule, cost, and quality objectives.
• Procure materials and components for production and R&D requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers, building long-term partnerships and ensuring security of supply.
• Lead contract and price negotiations, balancing cost efficiency, quality requirements, and supply risks.
• Coordinate supplier transition processes, ensuring continuity and compliance with technical and quality requirements.
• Monitor purchase order execution, delivery schedules, and inventory levels, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, production, quality, and compliance teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Prepare and analyze reports on project progress, costs, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Actively contribute to procurement process optimization and broader company development initiatives.

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Procurement Specialist, Procurement Project Specialist, or in a similar role, preferably within the aviation, defense, or high-tech manufacturing industry.
• Experience in project management, preferably involving procurement projects, New Product Introduction (NPI), supplier transition projects, or procurement process optimization initiatives.
• Experience in negotiations, contract management, and supplier quotation evaluation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively planning timelines, resources, and risks.
• Understanding of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and their application in procurement and project management.
• Previous experience working with ERP systems, including order planning, execution monitoring, and reporting.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• High sense of responsibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, production, and quality teams.
• Analytical mindset and a proactive approach to process improvement.

• The opportunity to work on defence robotics systems that are deployed in real-world environments and matter to those who rely on them
• Interesting technical challenges and work on complex engineering problems
• Work on best-in-class products that compete internationally, alongside leading experts in the field
• The chance to own your work from development through to field deployment
• Opportunities to learn, grow and develop while working with modern technologies
• Health insurance