Hybrid Sourcing Specialist – Direct Materials

2015 UPM-Kymmene Sp.z o.o.; Wrocław; Hybrid; PLN 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

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Meaningful job

Caring community

Development opportunities

Responsible employer

Job summary

UPM-Kymmene Sp.z o.o. seeks a Specialist, Sourcing Operations in Wrocław to lead end-to-end sourcing of direct materials, negotiate contracts, and drive digital procurement improvements.

You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders, apply RFIs/RFPs/RFQs, and ensure value, compliance, and risk mitigation across the sourcing lifecycle. You will join a global, sustainability-driven team, operating in a hybrid model with on-site collaboration in Wrocław, reporting to the Senior Manager, Sourcing

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in procurement, business, or related field.
• Fluent English and German language skills required.
• Experience with SAP Ariba and digital sourcing tools is a strong asset.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
• Ability to collaborate across multicultural, cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing projects with direct materials (chemicals) focus.
• Use RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and e-auctions to deliver value.
• Negotiate contracts and manage lifecycle with risk mitigation.
• Advise stakeholders and support strategic procurement decisions.
• Drive digital procurement adoption and process improvements.
• Monitor supplier performance and foster strong relationships.
• Ensure compliance and champion sourcing best practices.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

German language

English language

SAP Ariba

Education

Master's degree in procurement or related field

Tools

SAP Ariba

Job description

UPM-Kymmene Sp.z o.o. seeks a Specialist, Sourcing Operations in Wrocław to lead end-to-end sourcing of direct materials, negotiate contracts, and drive digital procurement improvements.

You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders, apply RFIs/RFPs/RFQs, and ensure value, compliance, and risk mitigation across the sourcing lifecycle. You will join a global, sustainability-driven team, operating in a hybrid model with on-site collaboration in Wrocław, reporting to the Senior Manager, Sourcing