Indirect Buyer - Polish Speaking

AFL; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider in optical fiber solutions is seeking a procurement specialist in Milton Keynes. The ideal candidate will manage purchase orders and support multi-site operations while communicating effectively across teams in the UK and Poland. Candidates should have experience in procurement and be fluent in Polish. A robust benefits package including holiday, sick leave, and medical insurance is offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday

4 weeks paid sick leave

Group pension plan

Private Medical Insurance

Annual bonus based on company performance

Qualifications

• Fluent in both verbal and written Polish.
• 1-3 years' experience in indirect procurement.
• Experience supporting multi-site operations.

Responsibilities

• Raise and manage Purchase Orders for indirect goods using Oracle ERP.
• Source and procure from the Approved Vendor List.
• Maintain accurate procurement records in Oracle.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organised

Results-driven

Strong communication

Team player

Proactive

Resilience

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Founded in 1984, AFL is an industry-recognized global leader in optical fiber network infrastructure. Our customer-first, high-speed fiber network solutions serve various markets – including energy, enterprise, and hyperscale – across 130+ countries. Products and services include single- and multi-mode optical fiber cable, test and inspection equipment, and our award-winning Data Center Interconnect solution, enabling centralized resource management for enhanced performance across multiple data center facilities.

Our recent European expansion brings end-to-end, sustainable optical fiber solutions closer to our valued EMEA customers, prioritizing customer satisfaction while lowering emissions in line with our Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy.

AFL is headquartered in Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States, with facilities in multiple global locations, including the UK, Canada, India, China, Mexico, and Australia. AFL is a subsidiary of Fujikura Ltd.

Candidate

The suitable candidate will be:

• detail-oriented and organised
• Results-driven and proactive
• Strong communicator and relationship builder
• Able to manage multiple priorities independently across multiple sites
• Team player
• Committed to continuous improvement
• Positive and enthusiastic
• Resilient when faced to obstacles

Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Raise and manage Purchase Orders (PO) for indirect goods and services using Oracle ERP, ensuring alignment with business requirements, budget, contract terms, and in line with the AFL documented Delegation of AuthorityA).
• Source and procure from the Approved Vendor List (AVL), evaluating cost, lead time, service quality, and value for money.
• Maintain accurate procurement records in Oracle, including pricing, supplier terms, and contract details.
• Support internal budgeting and planning cycles by providing timely, accurate purchasing data related to indirect categories.
• Work closely with site teams in both Poland and the UK to understand and fulfil site-specific requirements, including but not limited to facilities services, PPE, maintenance providers, waste management, office equipment, and utilities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Facilities, IT, HR, HSE, and Finance) to ensure uninterrupted services while maintaining cost control and contractual compliance.
• Monitor and expedite orders to meet required service levels and operational deadlines across all locations.
• Liaise directly with suppliers to negotiate pricing, resolve service or delivery issues, and manage contract compliance.

Experience

• Fluent in both verbal and written Polish
• 1-3 years' experience in indirect procurement, purchasing, or supply chain
• Experience supporting multi-site operations, ideally with exposure to factory environments in both the UK and Poland
• Knowledge of sourcing for categories such as facilities, maintenance, IT, waste, PPE, and professional services
• Familiarity with managing supplier relationships and contracts across multiple geographies
• Understanding of procurement best practices, budget control, and internal governance

• Strong working knowledge of Oracle ERP or a similar procurement systemXX

Benefits

• 25 days holiday
• 4 weeks paid sick leave, increasing to 18 with length of service
• Group pension plan (5% employer 4% employee)
• Group life assurance 8 times salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cash back medical plan including PMI excess cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual bonus based on company performance