Buyer

Tenneco Inc.; Rybnik; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco Inc. is seeking a procurement professional to secure materials and services for manufacturing operations in Poland, balancing cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity.

The role focuses on sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiations, SAP data integrity, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support production, new product launches, and sustainability goals. Fluency in German and English is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing.
• Automotive industry experience preferred.
• Strong supplier management, sourcing, negotiation, and contract management skills.
• SAP proficiency and advanced Excel skills.
• Fluent German and English.
• Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing, purchasing, and supplier relationships for assigned categories.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms to achieve the best commercial outcomes.
• Monitor supplier performance and mitigate supply risks.
• Manage purchase orders, contracts, and procurement documentation.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier data in SAP.
• Identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities through market and supplier analysis.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support production, new product launches, and supply chain initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement standards, and sustainability requirements.

Skills

Supplier management

Sourcing

Negotiation

Contract management

SAP

Excel (Advanced)

German language

English language

Manufacturing knowledge

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Economics, or related field

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and services required for manufacturing operations, balancing cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity while supporting business and customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing, purchasing, and supplier relationships for assigned categories.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms to achieve the best commercial outcomes.
• Monitor supplier performance and mitigate supply risks.
• Manage purchase orders, contracts, and procurement documentation.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier data in SAP.
• Identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities through market and supplier analysis.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support production, new product launches, and supply chain initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement standards, and sustainability requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing.
• Automotive industry experience preferred.
• Strong supplier management, sourcing, negotiation, and contract management skills.
• SAP proficiency and advanced Excel skills.
• Good understanding of manufacturing, material planning, and supply chain processes.
• Fluent German and English.
• Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

What Success Looks Like

• Consistent material availability that supports production and customer commitments.
• Strong supplier performance and reliable supply continuity.
• Measurable cost savings and sourcing improvements.
• Accurate, compliant, and efficient procurement processes.
• Effective collaboration with internal stakeholders to support operational goals.