Procurement Specialist

Wabtec; Kąty Wrocławskie; On-site; PLN 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec in Poland is seeking a Procurement Professional to manage material procurement, ensure timely production support, and maintain optimal inventory levels. You will build relationships with suppliers and coordinate with Logistics and Planning to meet customer orders.

The role requires English proficiency, a background in manufacturing procurement, and strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Knowledge of Excel and independence are essential.

Qualifications

• Higher education, preferably in economics.
• English language skills for everyday communication.
• Experience in a similar procurement role in manufacturing.
• Experience with international suppliers.
• Independence and initiative in action.
• Analytical approach to problem solving.
• Accuracy and independence of action.
• Time management and work discipline.
• Accountability for assigned tasks.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Placing orders to suppliers and supervising their execution.
• Ensuring availability of components to fulfill customer orders based on plans.
• Controlling delivery dates and stock levels.
• Cooperation with domestic and foreign suppliers.
• Cooperating closely with Logistics and Production Planning Departments.
• Monitoring the timely execution of orders.
• Conducting supplier evaluations in accordance with the applicable procedure.

Education

Higher education in economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsible for ensuring timely and cost-effective material procurement to support uninterrupted production and on-time customer order fulfillment, while maintaining optimal inventory levels and fostering high-quality supplier relationships.

Main Authorities and Missions:

• placing orders to suppliers and supervising their execution,
• ensuring availability of components to fulfill customer orders based on plans,
• controlling delivery dates and stock levels,
• cooperation with domestic and foreign suppliers,
• cooperating closely with Logistics and Production Planning Departments,
• monitoring the timely execution of orders,
• conducting supplier evaluations in accordance with the applicable procedure.

Requirements:

• higher education (preferably economics),
• English language knowledge (oral and written) necessary for everyday communication,
• experience in working on a similar position in a manufacturing company,
• experience in contacts with international companies,
• independence and initiative in action,
• analytical approach to problem solving,
• accuracy and independence of action,
• intermediate-level knowledge of Microsoft Excel,
• independence and initiative,
• accuracy, diligence, and punctuality,
• accountability for assigned tasks,
• work discipline and effective time management,
• analytical problem-solving approach,
• proactiveness and proposing process improvements,
• ability to cooperate with other departments,
• ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers,
• communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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