Purchase Team Manager

3 days ago

Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia United Talents Full time €40,000 - €80,000 per year

Purchase Team Manager – FLIR Systems Estonia OÜ (Tallinn, on-site)

United Talents
is proud to be partnering with FLIR Systems Estonia OÜ, a global leader in thermal and sensing technologies, to find their next
Purchase Team Manager
for the Tallinn site.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company whose products make a real difference in the world – from saving lives in rescue operations, to improving energy efficiency, to protecting the environment. With over 200 employees in Tallinn and thousands worldwide, FLIR combines the stability of a global leader with the innovation of a technology pioneer.

As
Purchase Team Manager
, you will play a critical role in ensuring material readiness for FLIR's high-precision production. Beyond procurement, this is a people-leadership role where you will guide a team of 4–5 professionals, fostering a high-performance culture. You will also work closely with colleagues across Sweden and Belgium, making this a truly international position.


Location: This is an on-site role in Tallinn (Osmussaare 1).

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, inspire, and develop the Purchase Team in Tallinn (4–5 professionals).
  • Manage end-to-end procurement operations: vendor development, contract negotiations, logistics optimization.
  • Drive process improvements and streamline workflows.
  • Oversee supplier performance and implement improvement initiatives.
  • Participate in industrialization phases of new product development, aligning sourcing with engineering and logistics.
  • Collaborate closely with Sweden's category management and purchasing teams, as well as R&D and sourcing colleagues in Belgium.
  • Evaluate supply chain risks (e.g., shortages, delays, quality issues) and take proactive corrective actions.

What We're Looking For

  • Degree in Sourcing, Procurement, Logistics, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate and unify a diverse team.
  • Background in manufacturing or high-precision production (electronics/mechanics a plus).
  • Strong supplier management skills, including vendor development and performance evaluation.
  • Fluency in Estonian and English.
  • ERP system experience, preferably SAP.
  • Analytical skills and confidence with Excel and procurement reporting tools.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • High stress tolerance and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Hands-on, decisive leader who sets clear expectations and leads by example.

What's on Offer

  • Career development with the world's leading thermal and sensing technology company.
  • Friendly, collaborative company culture that fosters problem-solving and creativity.
  • Professional development via international training programs and Talent Management initiatives.
  • Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Paid sick leave on the 2nd and 3rd day
  • 1 additional paid leave day
  • Health & sport compensation
  • Weekly Fruit Days
  • Paid day off for child's first school day
  • Employee Store discounts for FLIR products

If you're ready to lead with impact and join a global innovator, we'd love to hear from you

Please apply in
English
– you'll be part of an international team, with your direct manager based in Sweden.

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