Senior Purchasing Manager

.Step into the heart of MIKUTA's operations as our Senior Purchasing Manager at our production office in Guimarães! We're searching for a dedicated leader to drive our procurement efforts and elevate the MIKUTA experience for our customers.The MIKUTA brand was founded in Berlin by Jacqueline Mikuta and Klemens White, starting in 2017 with a small jewellery line, which later expanded to clothing in 2019. MIKUTA is a young, wild & free-inspired fashion brand for modern women with a glimpse of rock'n'roll. MIKUTA is currently one of the fastest-growing direct-to-consumer brands in the fashion market.Our Team is spread across Europe, with a Studio Office in Berlin and a production Office in northern Portugal. We are currently working with Spring, Summer, Fall & Winter Collection cycles and soon grow to a product portfolio of more than 300 products.In this dynamic environment, characterized by rapid growth and operational challenges, we're eager to enhance our procurement strategies and refine our ability to forecast future demand accurately.ABOUT THE JOBAs a Senior Purchasing Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in driving our procurement strategy and ensuring the seamless flow of resources for MIKUTA. From establishing supplier relationships to optimizing inventory levels and managing purchasing processes, you'll lead initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and meet the demands of our growing product portfolio