GLOBAL OPERATIONS CATEGORY SENIOR BUYER

AmRest; Wrocław; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multisport card

Private medical care

25% restaurant discount

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 lead global sourcing initiatives, negotiate contracts, and drive savings through supplier consolidation and value engineering.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in strategic procurement, with fluent English and strong stakeholder management in an international environment.

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 Operations 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 with Operations, Finance, Local Procurement teams, and other stakeholders to identify opportunities and drive global procurement synergies.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives by monitoring market trends and supporting value engineering projects across global operations.
• Act as a trusted advisor and category expert, sharing procurement best practices and market insights across the organization.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree

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 a Global 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 Operations 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.
• xperience 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).