Lead Sourcing Specialist – Buying/Procurement

Arabellesolutions; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 169,000 - 254,000; Full time

Job summary

A global solutions provider in Warsaw is seeking a Lead Sourcing Specialist for Buying/Procurement. In this full-time role, you will manage sourcing processes, negotiate supplier terms, and ensure timely purchase orders. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, extensive procurement experience, and strong negotiation skills. Proficiency in English and Polish is required, along with the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Min. Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
• Demonstrable years of sourcing and procurement experience.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely release of Purchase Orders.
• Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution.
• Lead commercial qualification of all relevant suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Contract Management

Problem-solving

Analytical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lead Sourcing Specialist – Buying/Procurement page is loaded## Lead Sourcing Specialist – Buying/Procurementlocations: Warsaw: Elblagtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR101252At Arabelle Solutions, part of EDF Group, we’re proud to design services and solutions that are generating power not just for today and tomorrow but for generations to come. You’ll work alongside passionate bright minds. We offer a broad range of opportunities for those eager to build tomorrow’s world. We believe a supportive culture is key to reach common goals. Diversity and an inclusive mindset makes us and our business stronger.We are delighted to announce we are currently recruiting for a Lead Sourcing Specialist – Buying/Procurement to join our team New build Project Procurement team in Poland. Within this role you will manage the sourcing process for a given set of goods, apply sourcing policy and act as an interface between the supplier and organization with respect to specifications and budgets. This role will require you to demonstrate good technical knowledge in the sourcing area combined with proactive and autonomous approach to deliver the assigned scope of purchases. You will act in a dynamic environment both as an individual and a team player to secure the required progress of the Project.**Role Responsibilities:*** Ensure timely release Purchase Orders for the assigned scope at the right time and right quality within the specified targets / budget.* Bear commercial responsibility for the sourcing process for a given procurement package, i.e. initiate vendor request for quotations, bid evaluation, prepare the purchase order draft, etc., resulting in placing Purchase Orders in line with the project timeline.* Organize/participate in technical – commercial discussions with the Supplier involving internal stakeholders as needed, conducts negotiations of pricing and contractual terms.* Follow-up on the assigned procurement packages: manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution, including contractual notifications and management of claims to/from the suppliers.* Manage timely invoice validation and release, update ERP system.* Lead commercial qualification of all relevant suppliers to ensure they are qualified at all time.* Contribute to the Team’s KPI’s, i.e On-Time-Delivery, Savings and Claims* Utilize technical expertise and judgement to solve problems by leveraging your technical skills and analytic thinking.* Effectively collaborate with Strategic Sourcing leaders for globalized and coordinated commodities as well as with other internal stakeholders across the organisation* Be involved or lead some cost reduction and/or quality improvement initiatives related to sourcing activities**Qualifications/Requirements:*** Min. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college* Demonstrable years of sourcing and procurement experience with in-depth experience in high-value and complex projects.* Strong negotiation and contract management skills, with excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills* Accountability, resilience and autonomy; decision making and problem-solving skills, ability to work in a fast-paced international environment independently and with time constraints* Strong oral and written communication skills.* Very good command of English, oral and written.* Fluent in Polish language* Available for business travel on incidental basis**Desired Characteristics to be considered:*** Experience within power generation, heavy industrial, aerospace would be beneficial* Basic knowledge of Project Management would be ideal* Exposure to Strategic Sourcing and/or Financial topics.* Good awareness of legal/contractual aspects and risk management.* Able to adapt and work quickly to project situations.* Be able to manage various workstreams at the same time.* Experience on SAP and Microsoft packages.Join us and work with global teams to support global customers ! At Arabelle Solutions, we have team members of more than 49 nationalities spread across 16 countries.At Arabelle Solutions, we know diversity makes teams and business stronger.Arabelle Solutions believes that investing in employee development is key to our success. Our culture of learning focuses on developing our people and promoting the skills for the future. Thrive in a supportive work culture that is committed to continuous learning.### Get In TouchIntroduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match !