Technical Supplier Engineer (m/f/d)

At Nanostone Water, we're engineering water treatment solutions that shape the future of water sustainability. Our advanced ceramic-based filtration technology is at the forefront of tackling one of the most critical issues of our times: ensuring clean water access in rapidly urbanizing regions. As urban populations and industrial activities expand, while water quality and availability worsen, yet demands for water rise, our innovative technology emerges as a critical solution, safeguarding the well-being of communities and industries alike.

Established in 2012, Nanostone Water has devoted years to refining a method that is not only effective at treating the most challenging water quality conditions but also prioritizes environmental stewardship and maximum use of limited space. Our automated certified ceramic module production facility in Halberstadt, Germany is a highlight to our dedication to excellence and scalability, preparing us for impactful global presence. Nanostone Water is now part of Acuriant Technologies, Inc.

• Plan, direct, or coordinate purchasing, in close cooperation with other functions like SCM, Production Planner, Finance, Quality, etc.
• Create policies or procedures for purchasing activities after clearance with Director Operations.
• Responsible the inventory management process, defining departmental strategies for appropriate inventory levels, eliminating obsolete and off-spec material, and reduce aging material, especially in close collaboration with suppliers (placing/timing of orders, develop strategy on obsolete material).
• Manage the vendors for outsourced transportation and warehousing, align with delivery schedules to and from suppliers.
• Manage all other vendors/suppliers in terms of on-time deliveries, meeting technical specifications (quality) and pricing.
• Build and maintain vendor/supplier management system including continuous monitoring and evaluation of all participants. On-site visits to develop relevant participants.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering and R&D for the development of new suppliers.
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand in close cooperation with the Production Planner and Sales.
• Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies after clearance with Director Operations.
• Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms with all suppliers.
• Assess, manage and mitigate risks that are potentially caused by all suppliers.
• Ensure Company is in compliance with laws and regulations regarding transportation, including hazardous material.
• Motivate, organize and encourage teamwork to ensure set targets are met.

• Completed Bachelor´s Degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, industrial engineering or comparable.
• Proven supply chain experience of 6+ years in an international manufacturing environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Strong in negotiating and networking.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Fluent written and spoken English and German.