Procurement - Sourcing Specialist

Publicis Groupe ANZ; Warszawa, Lublin; On-site; PLN 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advertising agency seeks a Sourcing Specialist – Content production in Warsaw. The role involves sourcing services and materials, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring procurement strategies align with business goals. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience in procurement, strong analytical skills, and a background in marketing. Competitive contract and benefits included.

Benefits

Private medical care

Cofinancing of the MultiSport card

Opportunity for professional development

Friendly working atmosphere

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in procurement.
• Experience in strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Completely literate in English with advanced language skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage discovery and preparation of RFP/RFI/RFQ.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support procurement strategies to optimise quality and delivery.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong negotiation skills

Financial analytical skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in business administration, supply chain management, finance, legal or marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Procurement software

SAP

Ariba

Job description

Company description

About Publicis Groupe

Publicis Groupe is one of the largest advertising agency holding companies in the world and a global leader in marketing communications and digital transformation. Driven by data, cutting‑edge technology, and creativity, our solutions enable brands to provide customers with tailored experiences on a large scale. We utilize the Power of One operating model to integrate and develop competencies that create increasing business value for current and future clients. We are present in more than 100 countries and employ over 90,000 professionals. In Poland, Publicis Groupe includes world‑renowned agencies such as Saatchi & Saatchi, Leo Burnett, Zenith, Starcom, and LiquidThread, among others.

About Publicis ReSources

Publicis ReSources is the backbone of Publicis Groupe, the world’s most valuable agency group. We are the only full‑service end‑to‑end shared service organization in the industry, enabling Groupe agencies to innovate and transform for their clients.

Formed in 1998 as a small team to service a few Publicis Groupe firms, Publicis ReSources has grown to 5,000 employees in over 66 countries. We provide technology solutions and business services, including finance, accounting, legal, benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury, and risk management.

Overview

The Sourcing Specialist – Content production will be responsible for sourcing and procuring services and materials, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and identifying cost‑saving opportunities. In addition, you will work closely with cross‑functional teams, including I.T., operations, and finance, to ensure that procurement strategies align with business goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manage discovery and preparation of RFP/RFI/RFQ as required using the approved Procurement toolkit documentation and processes
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand business requirements and identify cost‑saving opportunities
• Conduct market research and supplier assessments to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities
• Support the implementation of procurement strategies that optimise the cost, quality, and delivery of goods and services
• Support the procurement process for goods and services, including vendor selection, price negotiation, and contract management to achieve the best value for the organisation
• Monitor & manage supplier relationships and supplier performance and implement corrective actions as needed
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices in procurement and supply chain management
• Monitor market trends and potential research suppliers to identify cost‑saving opportunities
• Liaise with the Vendor Management team to ensure continuity of supply and risk management of strategic contracts making sure that the delivery matches the objectives and deliverables as set out in the contract schedules

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship‑building skills
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Sound financial analytical skills and a good understanding of contract law
• Minimum of 5 years experience in procurement, with a proven track record in managing strategic sourcing and supplier management
• Marketing/ Advertising/ Media category background is a MUST
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Awareness of regulation and legislation on the markets involved
• Proven ability to analyse data and make data‑driven decisions
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work effectively in a team/remote environment
• A proven team player with impeccable attention to detail and the ability to prioritise deliverables in line with organisational strategy
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with SAP and Ariba is a plus
• Timezone adjustment may be required when working on Global projects

Qualifications and Certifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant field such as business administration, supply chain management, finance, legal or marketing
• Completely literate in the English language, with an advanced level in one of the European / Asian languages is a plus (English/Portuguese/Spanish /French/Cantonese, Mandarin)

Additional information

Benefits and Perks

• Employment contract
• Modern office in a business district of Warsaw or Lublin
• Private medical care
• Cofinancing of the MultiSport card
• Cofinancing of leisure time
• Opportunity for professional development
• International cooperation
• Culture of dialogue and openness to initiative
• Friendly working atmosphere
• Work‑life balance
• No dress code