Global Internal Auditor - SME Procurement, Supply Chain, and Inventory

ICL Group; Województwo mazowieckie; Hybrid; PLN 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Private medical care

Job summary

ICL Group is seeking a Global Internal Auditor and SME for Procurement, Supply Chain & Inventory. The role leads audits across ICL's global businesses to strengthen controls, improve operational efficiency, manage risk, optimize working capital, and ensure compliance.

You will conduct internal audits of procurement, sourcing, inventory, warehousing, logistics, and ERP-enabled processes, report findings to senior leadership, and drive continuous improvement. Travel globally as needed.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of supply chain, procurement sourcing and category management.
• Strong knowledge of indirect procurement strategies and supplier management.
• Experience in inventory, warehousing and logistics operations.
• Experience auditing ERP-enabled processes.
• Fluent in English with strong written and spoken communication.
• Willingness to travel globally.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits in line with industry standards.
• Lead audits independently or with the team.
• Follow IIA Standards for audits.
• Lead risk assessments and audit planning in procurement, supply chain and inventory.
• Execute operational, compliance, financial, fraud, ERP-related audits.
• Report findings to senior leadership and drive improvements.
• Stay current with trends to keep audit practices cutting-edge.

Skills

Supply Chain

Procurement

Strategic Sourcing

Category Management

Inventory Management

Warehousing

Logistics

P2P processes

ERP Auditing

Internal Controls

Risk Management

Global Site Audits

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Travel Flexibility

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

BSc Industrial Eng

MBA / MSc

CIA / CSCP / CPIM / CPSM / CIPS / CFE

Tools

ERP systems

IT auditing

Job description

The Global Internal Auditor and SME Procurement, Supply Chain & Inventory serves as the Internal Audit subject matter expert for procurement, strategic sourcing, inventory management, logistics, warehousing, transportation, supply chain operations, and supplier management.

The role is responsible for leading and executing audits across ICL's global businesses and identifying opportunities to improve control effectiveness, operational efficiency, risk management, working capital performance, and compliance.

The Responsibilities:

• Perform audits in an efficient, effective way, and in line with industry standards.
• Conduct audits independently or in collaboration with the Internal Audit team, depending on the nature and requirements of the assignment.
• Perform internal audits efficiently and effectively in accordance with International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards).
• Lead risk assessments and audit planning activities within procurement, supply chain and inventory management domains.
• Execute operational, compliance, financial, fraud-related and full-scope audits. Lead audits of operational technologies, including enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and automation tools, to ensure robust controls and processes.
• Report on audit findings and recommendations to senior leadership, ensuring transparency and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Remain current with industry best practices, regulations, and emerging trends, to ensure the company’s Supply Chain & Procurement audit practices remain cutting-edge.

The Requirements:

• Deep understanding of Supply Chain & Procurement strategic sourcing and category management processes.
• Strong knowledge of indirect procurement strategies and supplier management.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, warehousing and logistics operations.
• Expertise in end-to-end supply chain processes and controls.
• Experience with land transportation, maritime logistics and global supply chain networks.
• Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
• Experience auditing ERP-enabled business processes.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management and process optimization.
• Experience performing global site audits and physical inventory observations.
• Willingness to travel globally as required by the audit plan.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, guide and collaborate effectively with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly present audit findings and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for identifying risks and inefficiencies within complex operational processes.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in internal audit combined with relevant experience in operational activity, preferably in Supply Chain & Procurement, in a relevant industry, such as chemicals, mining, industrial, production or supply chain OR
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain & Procurement areas in a relevant industry, such as chemicals, mining, industrial, production or supply chain.
• Knowledge in auditing with IT is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Finance, Engineering or another relevant field is required.
• A relevant master’s degree, such as an MBA, MSc in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline, is an advantage.
• A relevant professional certification is strongly preferred, such as CIA, CSCP, CPIM, CPSM, CIPS, CFE, or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Fluent in English with strong skills in writing, speaking, and presenting reports.
• Additional languages are an advantage.

What do we offer:

• Stable employment in a well-established global company
• Competitive salary aligned with your experience
• Private medical care and health insurance
• Hybrid working model (4 days office / 1 day remote)
• A collaborative and supportive work environment