Indirect Buyer Polish Speaking

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

Job summary

A leading company in optical fiber solutions is seeking a Full-Time Procurement Specialist in Milton Keynes. You will manage Purchase Orders using Oracle ERP, source from an Approved Vendor List, and maintain accurate procurement records. Candidates should have 1-3 years of experience in indirect procurement, be fluent in Polish, and possess strong skills in managing supplier relationships. The role offers competitive benefits including paid holidays and a pension plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday

4 weeks paid sick leave

Group pension plan

Private Medical Insurance

Annual bonus based on company performance

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in indirect procurement, purchasing, or supply chain.
• Experience with multi-site operations in the UK and Poland.
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices and budget control.

Responsibilities

• Manage Purchase Orders for indirect goods using Oracle ERP.
• Source and procure from Approved Vendor List evaluating cost and quality.
• Maintain accurate procurement records in Oracle.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communicator

Proactive

Team player

Fluent in Polish

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 TTC UK Canada marido China Mexico and Australia. AFL is a subsidiary of Fujikura Ltd.

Candidate

• detail‑oriented and organised
• Results‑driven and proactive
• Strong communicator and relationship builder
• Able to manage multiple priorities independently across citaphic 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 Authority (DOA).
• 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 drawable 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 system

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

Key Skills

Account Management, Execution, Insurance Management, Import & Export, Catering Operations, Building Electrician

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Required Experience (Years)

years

Vacancy

1