Remote Procurement Specialist - R&D & Cost Optimizer

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Łódź; Remote; PLN 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Europe is seeking a procurement professional to oversee the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of purchasing and logistics activities within the Procurement function. You will manage project procurement documents, coordinate with R&D teams, and drive cost, quality, and supplier reliability improvements.

The role focuses on local sourcing strategies and adherence to procurement standards, with remote work options and international collaboration across Business Line Procurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Procurement/ Supply Chain or related field with solid technical understanding to effectively work between Procurement, Engineering and other teams
• Proven experience in Procurement, with a solid track record in supplier management and R&D project coordination
• Experience with Brand Labeling, ODM, OEM, JDM, EMS and manufacturing environments will be considered an advantage
• Strong analytical skills for cost optimization, value chain analysis, and risk assessment
• Solid Project Management capabilities with experience in Agile Gate Model methodologies
• Effective negotiation and communication skills to work with diverse teams including engineers, suppliers, and other stakeholders and Managers
• Demonstrated results in identifying and onboarding new cost-competitive suppliers

Responsibilities

• Procurement Gate Model activities, arranging project procurement gate meetings as required, and creating and maintaining the project related to procurement documents
• Coordinates procurement activities for Research and Development (R&D) projects. Acts as interface between the technology and product management project team and Business Line Procurement teams
• Executing purchasing and logistics strategies to support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products
• Designing and implementing plans and effective strategies for local sourcing of products/materials to reach business targets
• Supporting in implementing effective local sourcing strategies in line with business strategy to meet current and future business requirements
• Applying and implementing procurement standards, tools, and processes including supplier negotiations and Contacts in your area of responsibility to secure quality, delivery, cost, and supplier sustainability compliance

Job description

ABB in Europe is seeking a procurement professional to oversee the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of purchasing and logistics activities within the Procurement function. You will manage project procurement documents, coordinate with R&D teams, and drive cost, quality, and supplier reliability improvements.

The role focuses on local sourcing strategies and adherence to procurement standards, with remote work options and international collaboration across Business Line Procurement