Buyer (f/m)

Woodward; Niepołomice; On-site; PLN 78,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 7,000–11,300 PLN gross/month

Private health insurance

Life & accidental insurance

Multisport package

Meal vouchers

Company performance bonus program

Work-life balance

PPK contributions

Educational support

Job summary

Woodward in Niepołomice, Poland, seeks a proactive procurement professional to manage supplier relationships and drive cost-effective purchasing. You will process POs, track inventory, and collaborate across ERP, operations, and logistics to ensure smooth material flow.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Engineering or related field and fluency in English and Polish. The role offers advancement in an international team, with comprehensive benefits and a strong emphasis on work-life

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in SCM, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• English and Polish language skills required.
• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiate terms.
• Experience with procurement processes, purchase orders, and inventory management.
• Familiarity with ERP and inventory management systems.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships for reliable supply and on-time delivery.
• Prepare, process and track purchase orders with necessary approvals.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock.
• Support cost analysis and negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate procurement records in the system.
• Coordinate with ERP, operations, and logistics to support material flow.
• Identify supply chain issues and implement practical solutions.

Skills

English

Polish

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in SCM/Engineering/Business Admin

Tools

ERP 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 experience
• Advancement opportunities in international team
• A total rewards package, that includes: private health insurance, life & accidental insurance
• Multisport package
• Meal Vouchers
• Company performance bonus program
• Work-life balance
• PPK: Woodward offers payment to your PPK account up to 4% of your compensation depending on seniority
• Educational support