SOURCING MANAGER • NETWORKING SOLUTIONS
Kaunas, KU, LT, 51436
Teltonika Networks is a rapidly growing developer and manufacturer of industrial, made-in-Lithuania network connectivity equipment used in a wide range of international markets, including Industry 4.0, Smart City, and Green Energy. Being a part of Teltonika group, which has 28 active offices worldwide, we strive to maintain and grow our presence as a global market leader in IoT solutions and improve people’s lives as a result.
We cannot imagine our success without a talented and challenge-driven team who always has a wide range of opportunities to adapt their knowledge. Our people are our strength. Without our talented and driven team, we wouldn’t be able to adapt, innovate and succeed the way we do.
We are looking for a Sourcing Manager to strengthen our ambitious Strategic Procurement division in Kaunas, Lithuania.
Teltonika’s networking solutions business unit develops and manufactures industrial and enterprise connectivity equipment, primarily routers, switches, gateways, and modems. Our networking devices serve clients in the most complex areas of Industry 4.0, Smart City, and Green Energy.
Teltonika provides an opportunity for every ambitious Sourcing Manager to improve their expertise in electronic components and drive strategic sourcing success.
In this role, you will:
- Build, maintain, and optimize strong partnerships with international suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and competitive pricing.
- Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with a focus on long-term strategic partnerships.
- Proactively solve issues related to orders, supplier performance, and the overall supply chain, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted operations
- Represent Teltonika Networks to suppliers as a reliable, professional, and high-value partner, promoting the company's brand and standards.
- Support the launch of new products by ensuring timely sourcing and procurement of necessary materials.
- Collaborate with R&D, Production, and Quality teams to align supplier capabilities with Teltonika’s high standards and rapid growth needs.
- Monitor market trends and proactively adjust sourcing strategies to mitigate risks and capture opportunities.
- Track goods balances, oversee orders, and ensure material availability in line with production schedules.
- Actively contribute creative ideas for supply chain improvements, constantly seeking innovative and efficient solutions
What we expect of you:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in direct procurement, ( we will consider as an advantage in the electronics, technology, or manufacturing sectors).
- Higher education in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- Fluent in English (both written and spoken); other language skills are an advantage.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills; ability to "sell" the company’s vision and value to suppliers.
- Good working MS Excel skills.
- High initiative and creativity in problem-solving and supplier engagement.
- Ability to take ownership and manage responsibilities confidently.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple new product introductions.
Ideally you will also have:
- Experience working with international electronics or technology suppliers.
- Familiarity with procurement processes for new product launches (NPI – New Product Introduction).
- Proficiency in additional foreign languages.
- Strong presentation and persuasive communication skills when dealing with suppliers.
What we offer:
- Great opportunities to grow in a strong and rapidly expanding company.
- Interesting and ambitious projects of industrial networking devices.
- Place where curiosity is key: here, we share knowledge and learn in training courses, conferences or business trips.
- Dynamic, challenging work environment and cooperation-based internal culture.
- Care about your emotional and physical well-being by offering flexible work schedules and health insurance.
- Company-paid sports activities (basketball, football, volleyball, yoga) and other sports events.
- Celebrating achievements and having fun together in team building, summer festivals, and other important occasions.
- Opportunity for solid bonuses when participating in the recommendation program.
- We delight with birthday and rewards on work anniversaries.
- Office snacks.
Salary
We appreciate everyone's efforts and experiences, so we offer an attractive salary matching your skillset and field expertise. The salary for this position ranges from 14 Eur/h up to 18 Eur/h (~2338 Eur—3006 Eur) pre-tax, depending on your experience and expertise, with the option to get bonuses.
*In an employment agreement, we specify and define a fixed (tariff) hourly salary rate before taxes.
If you have questions, do not hesitate to contact our recruitment colleague Mantė Nasyrovaitė, +37066030194, email mante.nasyrovaite@teltonika.lt
About Teltonika group
Teltonika was established in 1998. Today, the Teltonika company group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of IoT solutions, with more than 2300 employees. Our company group incorporates Teltonika Telematics (fleet management and mobility solutions, personal and asset trackers), Teltonika Networks (industrial networking equipment), Teltonika Telemedic (telemedicine devices), Teltonika EMS (electronics design and contract manufacturing services), Teltonika Energy (EV charging solutions), and the managing company Teltonika IoT Group. Our public institution Teltonika High-Tech Hill also runs IoT and B2B academies and organises student internships and scholarships.