Procurement Buyer (Engineer)

At Sunlight Group, we are shaping the future of energy storage for industrial and advanced technology applications, driven by a strong passion for performance and continuous improvement. Guided by our vision of transforming energy storage solutions to power a sustainable tomorrow, we operate with a deep sense of environmental responsibility and a culture rooted in ** openness** and ** respect . By leveraging data and insights, we deliver innovative, ** customer-focused solutions that support our mission of driving an all-electric future through high-quality, cutting-edge technologies. Embracing an ** entrepreneurial spirit **, we foster an agile and collaborative environment where our people are empowered to grow, contribute, and reach their full potential.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Buyer to join our Global Procurement team at Sunlight’s** Athens ** premises. The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing purchasing activities in line with the company’s procurement policies and procedures. This role plays a key part in managing supplier relationships, securing competitive pricing, and ensuring accurate and timely data entry into SAP.

Key activities and responsibilities of this role include:

• Conduct supplier market research and benchmarking to support strategic decision-making.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms and delivery schedules with suppliers to ensure cost-effective purchasing and value creation.
• Analyze quotations, cost breakdowns, and market trends to support strategic decision-making.
• Accurately enter and maintain pricing and contract terms in SAP to ensure data integrity and availability for purchasing decisions.
• Create spend analysis reports, preparing key performance indicator (KPI) dashboards (e.g., cost savings, DPOs, suppliers’ evaluation, lead time) and maintaining alignment with global procurement metrics.
• Prepare, review, and process procurement documentation in accordance with internal policies and compliance requirements.
• Draft, review, and finalize supplier contracts, ensuring legal and procedural compliance while protecting company interests.
• Maintain positive working relationships with suppliers, monitoring performance and resolving any issues related to pricing, delayed supply and/or improper quality of the incoming materials.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders including R&D, Product Management, and operational departments to align procurement activities with business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or a related field.

• 2-4 years’ experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management.

• Fluency in Greek & English (both verbal & written) is a must, German will be considered as an asset.

• ERP experience, especially SAP will be considered as an asset.

• Excellent command of MS Office.

• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management across cultures and departments.

• Analytical thinking with problem solving abilities.

• Results oriented and attention to detail with excellent organizational and documentation skills.

• Team spirit work and adaptability.

Benefits

Despite your experience and skills, you never stop learning, cultivating an out-of-the-box thinking, a growth and entrepreneurial mindset, embracing ownership and agility. You are impact-focused, proactive and open to change. Last but not least, you are able to communicate scientific principles and applications both in Greek and English - we are a multicultural team! - you are a real team player who can build strong relationships with various stakeholders and thrive among global talents in a positive work environment.

**What we offer you **

To start with, we give you the opportunity to thrive in a restless team and grow your potential in an innovative environment. As per your compensation and rewards package, this is a preview:

💸 Competitive salary package and bonus scheme

👩‍⚕️ Health and life insurance for you and your family

🧘🏻 Employee wellness initiatives

📚 Continuous training opportunities

⭐ Developmental feedback framework & career path

✈️ International mobility opportunities