Procurement Category Manager
with English
Procurement Category Manager with English
THE WORK
Discover the opportunity to lead with insight and collaboration. You will collaborate and manage multiple groups to perform effectively, contributing to key decisions and providing solutions that impact various areas. This role will involve sharing expertise in sourcing and procurement, fostering an environment where innovative approaches are welcomed and valued. Join us to make a meaningful difference and help shape successful outcomes across diverse functions.
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Lead cost savings and strategic sourcing initiatives across categories such as Facilities, MRO, Technical Services, and Equipment.
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Partner with senior client stakeholders to drive procurement strategies and deliver savings targets.
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Build and manage strong relationships with Engineering, Maintenance, suppliers, and key business stakeholders.
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Conduct category and market assessments to identify opportunities and develop sourcing strategies.
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Oversee a portfolio of sourcing projects, ensuring efficient delivery and achievement of KPIs, SLAs, and cost reduction goals.
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Drive continuous cost, performance, and supplier management improvements while resolving supplier-related issues.
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Lead, coach, and develop team members, ensuring high performance and customer satisfaction.
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Support innovation, process optimization, automation, and the growth of Industrial Operations expertise within the organization.
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED
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Minimum of 10 years of experience in a category management, procurement, and/or supply chain function
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Experience of driving and implementing category strategies across multi-cultural and multinational environments
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Minimum 7 years in a client facing or stakeholder management role.
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Bachelor’s Degree in a quantitative discipline (business/finance/economics/engineering/ mathematics) or equivalent would be an asset
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Ability to interface with customers and suppliers via strong written and verbal communications skills
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Formal training and/or experience in strategic sourcing would be an asset
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Demonstrated ability to manage the successful creation and execution of a strategy, operating budget and staffing plan to support customer and company goals
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Strong ability to effectively lead in a matrix organizational structure working with multiple internal clients
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Knowledge of English language, min. C1 level required (both written and spoken).
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This position requires travel of approximately 25% to multiple customer locations
Research indicates that some candidates, especially the most diverse ones, may hesitate to apply for positions if they don't meet all requirements. If you believe you possess the necessary skills, even if not meeting every requirement, we wholeheartedly encourage you to submit your application.
- Inclusion&Diversity in practice in truly multinational enviroment
- Eco-friendly offices
- Cooperation with globally recognized Clients and access to the latest technology solutions
- Online and classroom trainings to master your skills
- Onboarding program and dedicated Buddy
- Unique community with sport, volunteering activites and outings
- Access to MyBenefit platrofm
- Multisport and lunch card
- Private medical care and life insurance
- Referral program with bonuses for referring new employees
- Modern office in the city center of Warsaw
- Chill room, game room, library and coffee-breaks at terrace









