GLOBAL OPERATION CATEGORY SENIOR BUYER

Mysushishop; Wrocław; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 25%

Multisport card

Private medical care

25% discount in AmRest restaurants and

Job summary

AmRest is seeking a Global Operations Category Senior Buyer to own the Operational Goods & Services category across all markets and brands. You will drive sourcing excellence, cost optimization, and innovative procurement solutions, leading end-to-end processes and collaborating with regional teams worldwide.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in strategic procurement, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic procurement, sourcing, or category management.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Proven experience in supplier negotiations, tender management, and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing initiatives for Global Operation Category including professional services, smallwares, chemicals, uniforms, and low-value goods.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing, tendering, and supplier selection processes, managing supplier relationships and contract negotiations to secure the best commercial and operational outcomes.
• Deliver savings and efficiency targets through strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier consolidation, spend analysis, and cost optimization projects.
• Partner closely with Operations, Finance, Local Procurement teams, and other stakeholders to identify opportunities, support business priorities, and drive global procurement synergies.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives by monitoring market trends, identifying innovative solutions, and supporting value engineering projects across global operations.
• Act as a trusted advisor and category expert, sharing procurement best practices, market insights, and recommendations across the organization.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Supplier negotiations

Tender management

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Sourcing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics/Finance/Management/Logistics/Supply Chain

Job description

At AmRest, our Procurement team plays a key role in driving business performance through strategic sourcing and strong supplier partnerships. We are looking for aGlobal Operations Category Senior Buyer who will take ownership of the Operational Goods & Services category across all AmRest markets and brands, delivering value through sourcing excellence, cost optimization, and innovative procurement solutions.

• Develop and execute sourcing initiatives for Global Operation Category including professional services, smallwares, chemicals, uniforms, and low-value goods
• Lead end-to-end sourcing, tendering, and supplier selection processes, managing supplier relationships and contract negotiations to secure the best commercial and operational outcomes.
• Deliver savings and efficiency targets through strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier consolidation, spend analysis, and cost optimization projects.
• Partner closely with Operations, Finance, Local Procurement teams, and other stakeholders to identify opportunities, support business priorities, and drive global procurement synergies.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives by monitoring market trends, identifying innovative solutions, and supporting value engineering projects across global operations.
• Act as a trusted advisor and category expert, sharing procurement best practices, market insights, and recommendations across the organization.
• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic procurement, sourcing, or category management.
• Experience in Operational Goods & Services or Professional Services categories will be considered an advantage.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Proven experience in supplier negotiations, tender management, and contract management.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with a results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in an international environment.

We offer

• Professional development in a global organization,
• Responsible role building valuable work experience, opportunity to create and implement innovative solutions,
• Supportive environment: work with a close-knit, diverse team where knowledge is shared, and growth is encouraged,
• Cooperation based on an employment contract,
• Annual bonus - up to 25% of yearly earnings,
• Attractive benefits package (including Multisport card, private medical care, 25% discount in our restaurants and cafés, and more).