Strategic Sourcing Specialist

About the role

Garage ILLA is a fast‑growing automotive aftermarket startup serving Egypt’s corporate and SME fleet market. We are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to own the full procurement cycle, secure the right products at the right price, and keep our inventory flowing smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the end‑to‑end purchase order lifecycle, from supplier discovery and negotiation to inbound confirmation and reconciliation.
• Build and maintain a diversified, high‑performing supplier base; conduct market visits to identify new vendors and product trends.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms and lead times to protect margins and support cash‑flow.
• Track cost trends, lead cost‑reduction initiatives and ensure quality and availability are not compromised.
• Monitor inventory levels, coordinate with the warehouse to minimise dead stock and prevent stock‑outs.
• Identify supply‑chain and market risks early and propose clear mitigation plans.
• Collaborate with content and sales teams to ensure procured products have strong visibility and commercial readiness.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and payment timelines.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain, preferably in FMCG, automotive or distribution.
• Strong commercial sense with an understanding of how sourcing decisions affect margin and cash flow.
• Analytical mindset, numerically fluent and comfortable with data‑driven analysis.
• Proven negotiation skills and ability to build trusted supplier relationships.
• Detail‑oriented with a track record of meeting reconciliation and payment deadlines.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with multiple competing priorities.

Required skills

• Excel