Procurement Category Manager - Wrocław

Tylko dla zarejestrowanych użytkowników Wrocław, Polska

17 godzin temu

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Job Description

This position is responsible for designing and executing commodity strategies across multiple categories, including Operational and Customer Supplies, Security, Temporary Labor, and Automotive.

The role focuses on implementing value-driven sourcing strategies that optimize total cost of ownership, ensure quality, and align with organizational objectives.

The manager collaborates with business units to define sourcing requirements, leverages spend data and builds strategic supplier relationships to deliver measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute regional or country specific commodity strategies for assigned categories.
Drive category innovation by identifying emerging trends and implementing best practices.
Lead sourcing initiatives using e-sourcing tools (Coupa preferred) to drive competitive bidding and supplier engagement.
Analyze industry trends, spend data, and supply chain dynamics to identify cost reduction and service improvement opportunities.
Manage the RFP process and supplier negotiations to achieve optimal terms and conditions.
Create and maintain supplier scorecards to monitor performance and compliance with contractual obligations.
Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for critical supply categories.
Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of procurement strategies with business objectives.
Mentor and coach team members to build procurement capability and ensure successful execution of strategies.
Oversee vendor performance management and ensure adherence to agreements.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years in procurement or strategic sourcing, with a focus on category strategy development.
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related discipline.
Proven experience in designing and executing commodity strategies across multiple categories.
Strong proficiency in e-sourcing platforms (Coupa) and advanced analytical skills.
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.
Strong understanding of contract law and risk management principles.
Working knowledge of data analysis tools (Power Bi).
Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and complex projects.
Fluent English skills.
At least six months employment track at current position in UPS (for internal candidates only).

Additional Competencies

Strategic thinking and ability to translate business needs into actionable sourcing plans.
Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Stable employment based on an employment contract
Social benefit package (including sport package, life insurance, health care, pension scheme, co-financing of corrective glasses, additional social benefits)
Wellbeing program – access to a platform of emotional support and coaching for our employees and their families
Access to a training platform enabling the development of various competences
Full training and support of the team after the implementation period
Equipment for work
Gaining valuable professional experience in an international environment
Using foreign language in daily business contacts
Employee referral program
Possibility to get involved and develop your passions by participating in employee committees (charity initiatives, sports committee, employee newsletter, etc.)

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Employee Type

Permanent

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