Purchaser / Procurement Associate Specialist

Msd; Polska; Hybrid; PLN 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD in Wrzesnia, Poland, is seeking a Purchaser / Procurement Associate Specialist to join its Supply Chain team in a hybrid work arrangement. You will support procurement activities within the SAP Procure-to-Pay process and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.

The role requires strong purchasing know-how, attention to detail, and good English communication. Relevant experience in a manufacturing environment is advantageous, and familiarity with

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics or related field.
• Initial experience in purchasing, supply chain, logistics, planning or related area would be an advantage.
• Good command of English and SAP MM knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day purchasing activities for assigned materials, goods and services.
• Create, maintain and follow up purchase orders & invoices in accordance with requirements and processes.
• Monitor supplier order confirmations, open POs and delivery dates, follow up on delays or discrepancies.

Skills

Procurement

SAP MM

English (fluent)

Education

University degree in related field

Tools

Outlook

Pack Office

SharePoint

ERP

Job description

## Purchaser / Procurement Associate SpecialistApply: Hybrid: POL - Greater Poland Voivodeship - Wrzesnia: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 10, 2026 (4 days left to apply): R424256Job Description**Department / Site:**Supply Chain / AH Technology Solutions / Wrzesnia, Poland. **ROLE & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**• Execute day-to-day purchasing activities for assigned materials, goods and services.• Create, maintain and follow up purchase orders & invoices in accordance with business requirements and applicable procurement processes.• Monitor supplier order confirmations, open purchase orders and agreed delivery dates.• Proactively follow up with suppliers on delayed, incomplete or discrepant deliveries.• Support continuity of supply by identifying potential shortages and delivery risks and escalating them when required.• Maintain regular operational communication with suppliers regarding availability, lead times and deliveries.• Obtain quotations and support the comparison of supplier offers when required.• Cooperate with Planning, Production, Warehouse, Quality, Finance and other relevant internal stakeholders.• Support the resolution of purchase order, delivery and invoice discrepancies.• Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier-related data and documentation in the relevant company systems.• Support routine supplier performance monitoring, procurement reporting and analysis.• Participate in cost-efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives within Procurement and Supply Chain.• Perform purchasing activities in accordance with applicable company policies, procedures and compliance requirements.• Preparation of statutory reports required by law based on Procurement department operations (GUS, OPAK, etc)• Providing operational support to the Planning Department in day-to-day activities• Procurement (Purchasing) within the SAP Procure-to-Pay process, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, supplier management, invoice processing, and payment workflows.At the request of his/her supervisor, he/she may be required to carry out ad hoc missions related to his/her responsibilities. **KEY COMPETENCES**• Procurement know-how and understanding of operational purchasing processes.• Planning and organization - manages priorities and follows up multiple operational topics effectively.• Problem solving - identifies supply, delivery or order-related issues and supports timely resolution.• Communication and collaboration - works effectively with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders.• Analytical thinking and attention to detail, including accuracy of purchasing data.• Accountability and ownership for assigned activities.• Continuous improvement mindset.• Recurring knowledge: Good command of English, SAP (MM module). **Minimum education or Equivalent experience:**• University degree or relevant professional education, preferably in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics or a related field.• Initial professional experience in purchasing, supply chain, logistics, planning or a related area would be an advantage.• Experience in a manufacturing environment would be an advantage. **Computer software/tools**☒ Outlook ☒ Pack Office ☒ SharePoint☒ ERP ☐ GMAO ☐ Quartis ☐ CORIM ☐ ENOVA **EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS**☒ Occasional national/international travel☐ Regular national/international travel☐ Others **Additional location(s) Compensation Information:****Required Skills:**Inventory Control Management, Operational Procurement, Procurement, Procurement Systems, Purchase Orders, Purchasing Processes, Purchasing Supplies, Supplier Collaboration, Supplier Performance Monitoring, Supply Chain Processes**Preferred Skills:**Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE**Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully** Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.**Employee Status:**Regular**Relocation:****VISA Sponsorship:****Travel Requirements:****Flexible Work Arrangements:**Hybrid**Shift:****Valid Driving License:****Hazardous Material(s):****Job Posting End Date:**11/10/2026**\\*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.**