Who we are:
Shift EV is a fast-growing electric vehicle technology company, based in Cairo, Egypt. Our vision is to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in Egypt and the region by developing state-of-the-art electric drivetrain solutions. You will work with world-class technology veterans from MIT, the University of Grenoble, Intel, and Corning to build a venture with transformative potential.
You’ll work on:
As a Junior Local Engineering Procurement Engineer/Specialist, you will join the Engineering team on Ensuring that the engineering Requirements will be fulfilled and smooth sourcing activities for the new items.
What you will do
- Conducting a market survey periodically to get the best prices and evaluate the performance of suppliers.
- Updating & maintaining a list of approved suppliers and identifying new suppliers.
- Negotiate with suppliers to get the best package ensuring a short lead time.
- Receiving purchase Requisitions from different functions.
- Prepare quotations from suppliers for multi-source purposes.
- Managing delivery orders until the delivery is complete.
- Properly record suppliers’ databases and purchase order data on the system.
- Ensure that purchase orders are provided in the right place, in the required quantity, in the right quality, and on time.
YOU HAVE:
- Experience in Purchasing & Supply chain.
- Excellent Negotiation Skills and Sourcing Strategies.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask and priorities work.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Excellent verbal communication skills and good writing skills, with the ability to adapt to various situations and audiences as needed.
- Experience using EPR Systems (SAP Is Preferred)
- Knowledge about the Procurement Cycle.
YOU MUST:
- Have 1-2 years of experience in procurement.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree preferable in mechanical engineering or any relevant field.
- Experience with sheet metal work.
- Demonstrate ownership and have a strong sense of integrity in your work.
- Thrive in dynamic fast-pace and high-pressure situations.
- Be strategic and proactive.
- Be self-aware, flexible, and open-minded.
- Combine analytical thinking, hands-on problem-solving, and a customer-service mindset.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM US:
- An impact-driven mission, and a world-class team to work with
- A startup where your contributions really count, and an abundance of growth opportunities.
- Stock options, we want you to be invested in the success of the company.
- Leadership that aspires to build a meritocratic environment that promotes diversity and offers equal opportunity.
- Ensure customer fleet readiness for EV operations, including charging, operations planning and driver training.