Buyer (f/m)

Woodward Poland Sp.zo.o; Niepołomice; On-site; PLN 78,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Life & accidental insurance

Multisport package

Meal vouchers

Company performance bonus

Work-life balance

PPK contribution

Educational support

Job summary

Woodward Poland Sp. z o.o. in Niepołomice, Poland, is seeking a purchasing specialist to build strong supplier relationships, process purchase orders accurately, and monitor inventory to prevent shortages while ensuring on-time delivery.

You will analyze market trends, negotiate favorable terms, coordinate with ERP and logistics, and maintain precise procurement records. English and Polish are required; advancement opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in SCM/Engineering/Business or related field.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Experience with ERP and procurement tools.
• Fluent in English and Polish; excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply, on-time delivery, and consistent product quality.
• Prepare and process purchase orders accurately and on time, ensuring approvals are obtained.
• Monitor inventory levels, identify purchasing needs, and help prevent stock shortages or excess inventory.
• Support cost analysis and negotiate prices and terms with suppliers to achieve cost-effective purchasing.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, supplier information, purchase orders, and transactions in the procurement system.
• Coordinate with ERP, operations, and logistics teams to support the flow of materials through the manufacturing process.
• Identify supply chain issues and implement effective solutions to maintain smooth operations.
• Use procurement, ERP, inventory management, and operations management software to streamline purchasing processes.
• Understand supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing processes, including the flow of materials into finished products.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

ERP systems

Inventory management

Cross-functional communication

Bilingual English/Polish

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in SCM/Engineering/Business

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

WHT YOU WILL DO:Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply, on-time delivery, and consistent product quality.Prepare and process purchase orders accurately and on time, ensuring all required approvals are obtained.Monitor inventory levels, identify purchasing needs, and help prevent stock shortages or excess inventory.Support cost analysis and negotiate prices and terms with suppliers to achieve cost-effective purchasing solutions.Maintain accurate records of purchases, supplier information, purchase orders, and transactions in the company’s procurement system.Coordinate with ERP, operations, and logistics teams to support the flow of materials through the manufacturing process into finished products.Identify supply chain issues and implement effective solutions to maintain smooth and efficient operations.WHAT YOU WILL NEED:Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.Negotiate favorable prices and terms with suppliers to ensure the best value for the company.Analyze market trends, pricing data, inventory levels, and supplier performance to support informed purchasing decisions.Communicate effectively with suppliers, internal teams, and stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of requirements and expectations.Manage purchase orders, contracts, supplier data, and inventory records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support a reliable supply chain and secure favorable terms.Prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines and business objectives.Identify supply chain issues and implement practical solutions to maintain smooth operations.Use procurement, ERP, inventory management, and operations management software to streamline purchasing processes.Understand supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing processes, including the flow of materials into finished products.Develop and monitor inventory controls, including stock limits and replenishment requirements.English and Polish skills required.Nice to have: APICS - courses in the field of inventory management.WHAT YOU WILL GAIN:Salary range from 7000 to 11 300 PLN gross – depending on experienceAdvancement opportunities in international teamA total rewards package, that includes: private health insurance, life & accidental insuranceMultisport packageMeal VouchersCompany performance bonus programWork-life balancePPK: Woodward offers payment to your PPK account up to 4% of your compensation depending on seniorityEducational support