Manager/Senior Manager - Indirect Purchasing Europe

ZAKRES OBOWIĄZKÓW:

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Lead, mentor, and develop a team in executing global and regional commodity strategies while ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration.

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Analyze market dynamics and commodity trends, including raw materials, to ensure cost competitiveness and assess global impacts.

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Increase the use of catalogs for repetitive purchase orders.

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Drive cost savings through the implementation of eAuctions.

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Ensure effective sourcing and timely delivery of goods and services.

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Manage the supply base according to business requirements, cost expectations, and contractual obligations.

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Conduct supplier business reviews to strengthen long-term strategic partnerships and foster continuous improvement.

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Address critical supply chain issues and maintain strong supplier relationships.

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Foster a performance-driven team culture, providing coaching and development opportunities.

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Utilize key technologies such as SAP, BI Analytics, Coupa, and Microsoft Office.

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Promote diversity and inclusion within the supply base and team environment.

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Develop and implement sustainable sourcing practices.

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Build a vision of a competitive supplier base and execute this vision while ensuring suppliers meet required standards in cost, quality, delivery, technology, and customer service.

WYMAGANIA:

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Proficiency in both Polish and English is required.

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Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field; MBA preferred.

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Strong experience in the automotive industry is highly desirable.

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Minimum of 10 years of experience in operations, quality, purchasing, or global supplier development.

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At least 5 years of supervisory experience preferred.

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Demonstrated experience in leading teams through negotiations and strategic sourcing initiatives.

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Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to address complex challenges.

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Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong stakeholder engagement capabilities.

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Proven ability to succeed in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.

Work Environment / Conditions

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Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong multitasking and prioritization skills.

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Self‑motivated, with high integrity and professionalism.

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Exceptional oral and written communication abilities.

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Professional representation of Cooper Standard Automotive.

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Ability to collaborate effectively with operations, finance, legal, and executive leadership.

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Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

OFERUJEMY:

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A wide range of benefits from the Company Social Benefits Fund.

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Private medical care sponsored by the employer.

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Company car or car allowance.

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Preferential terms for accident insurance (NNW).

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Co‑funding for the Benefit Multisport card.

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Employee Pension Program (PPE after 12 months).

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Contribution towards the purchase of glasses or contact lenses.

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Employer‑sponsored access to the Multi.Life application.

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A wide selection of internal training and mentoring programs.

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HR open-door policy.

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Friendly and supportive work environment.

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Integration and team‑building initiatives.

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Flexible, hybrid working model (one day per week in the office).

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Private parking spaces in the city center.

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Employee discounts at the Sfera Shopping Center in Bielsko‑Biała.

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Modern offices located in the city center with mountain views.

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Relaxation area and unlimited delicious coffee.

Interested?

Please apply and attach the English version of your resume.
We look forward to learning more about your experience!