Supply Engineering Team Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Serbia, +5 more countries.

📋 Description

• Report directly to the Chief Technical Officer.

• Lead a team of four Supply Engineers.

• Coordinate glass orders and ensure the availability of necessary hardware and materials for production launches.

• Plan inventory levels and forecast procurement requirements.

• Review technical drawings and specifications to create accurate material lists.

• Verify dimensions, finishes, and quality standards before placing orders.

• Track engineering documentation and procurement modifications throughout the project lifecycle.

• Ensure that procurement documentation and component orders are finalized prior to production and container arrivals.

• Source, assess, and cultivate supplier relationships across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery timelines.

• Oversee purchasing for production, warehouse, and installation operations.

• Monitor supplier performance and address quality, logistics, and delivery challenges.

• Enhance procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and cost optimization.

• Collaborate with Sales, Project Managers, Engineers, Estimators, Warehouse, and Installation teams.

• Assist with engineering changes, material substitutions, and procurement planning.

• Provide procurement expertise, material recommendations, and pricing information for projects.

• Ensure that purchased materials comply with project specifications and technical documentation.

• Lead, mentor, and develop four Supply Engineers.

• Assign tasks, prioritize workloads, and oversee project deadlines.

• Conduct one-on-one meetings and offer coaching and performance feedback.

• Review procurement documentation, material lists, and purchase orders generated by the team.

• Support complex sourcing challenges and supplier escalations.

• Coordinate procurement activities with internal stakeholders.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and optimize procurement workflows.

• Report progress, risks, and operational updates to the Chief Technical Officer.

• Approximately 80% of the role involves team leadership, coordination, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration; 20% entails hands-on supply engineering activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain in the glass, glazing systems, architectural hardware, or closely related industries.

• 3+ years of experience in people management, including direct leadership of procurement, sourcing, or supply teams.

• Proven experience in building or scaling a procurement/sourcing function from the ground up, including processes, workflows, supplier management standards, reporting, KPIs, and team structure.

• Experience in designing and implementing procurement processes, policies, and operating procedures throughout the entire purchasing cycle.

• Strong background in working with international suppliers and markets, particularly across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America.

• Hands-on experience with the sourcing and procurement of glass, glazing components, aluminum or steel systems, architectural hardware, fittings, accessories, or other closely related materials.

• Experience managing supplier relationships, negotiations, pricing, lead times, quality concerns, and supply risks.

• Familiarity with international logistics, import/export, customs, and cross-border procurement.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.

• Experience in implementing or enhancing procurement tools, task management systems, reporting, and cross-functional workflows.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and PDF tools.

• Fluent English is essential.

• Fluent Russian is advantageous.

• Confident and proactive leadership skills.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• High level of ownership and accountability.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Previous professional experience working with the US market, including hands-on procurement/sourcing experience with US-based suppliers and international markets.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• 5 paid vacation days during the first year.

• 15 paid vacation days annually starting from the second year.

• Paid Sick Leave: 5 days per year.

• Protected Time Off: 32 hours per year.

• Opportunity to take ownership of a key operational function and shape procurement processes.

• Leadership of a Supply Engineering team with a direct impact on efficiency, collaboration, and business growth.

• Collaboration with executive leadership and the opportunity to influence decisions and process improvements.

• Professional growth in a fast-paced environment.

• International team collaboration and supplier relationship-building across multiple regions.