Senior Strategic Procurement Engineer (m/f/d)

TYTAN Technologies At TYTAN , we aim to set a global standard in autonomous air defense with AI-driven, cost-efficient systems that counter unmanned aerial threats at scale. We protect people. We protect critical infrastructure. We protect Europe’s sovereignty. We are looking for an Experienced Strategic Procurement Engineer to take ownership of our procurement strategy and operations as we scale. This role combines strategic procurement, technical expertise, supplier management, and cross-functional execution. You will work closely with the Manufacturing team, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Operations, and Legal to build a resilient, cost-effective, and scalable supply base. This role is Ideal for someone with a strong ownership mentality, technical understanding, and proven track record of high performance . Your Roadmap to Make an Impact Procurement Strategy & Supplier Management Develop and execute sourcing strategies for key commodities, components, and services. Select, onboard, and manage global suppliers, building long-term strategic partnerships. Take ownership of strategic suppliers and sourcing projects from selection through ongoing performance management. Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Build and continuously develop a scalable and resilient supplier base. Cost, Risk & Contract Management Lead cost reduction, value engineering, and commercial optimization initiatives in collaboration with Engineering and Manufacturing. Lead supplier negotiations for contracts, pricing, and commercial agreements. Identify, manage, and mitigate supply chain and supplier risks through effective contingency and risk mitigation plans. Balance cost, quality, technical requirements, lead times, and scalability when making procurement decisions. Cross-Functional Collaboration Act as the procurement interface to Manufacturing, Engineering, Finance, Quality, Operations, and Legal for selected commodities and projects. Work closely with E