Senior Procurement Manager (maternity cover) - EMEA

CBRE Group, Inc.; Warszawa; Remote; PLN 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to own end-to-end supplier lifecycle activities from onboarding to contract compliance. You will collaborate with stakeholders across legal, finance, and business units to ensure contractual alignment and risk mitigation.

The role emphasizes contract negotiation, governance, and supplier performance management within a remote Poland-based setting, offering exposure to international clients and complex procurement challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience managing supplier onboarding, supplier contracting, contract administration, and supplier relationship management.
• Strong contract negotiation skills with ability to manage multiple agreements.
• Experience supporting supplier audits, compliance reviews, and governance activities.
• Proven ability to influence a broad range of stakeholders without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier onboarding processes, ensuring documentation and approvals are completed on time.
• Coordinate supplier contracting activities, including creation, review, and renewals.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and maintain contracts and other business documents.
• Support supplier performance management, monitoring compliance and service levels.
• Conduct supplier audits and compliance reviews per internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support procurement objectives.

Skills

Supplier onboarding

Contract management

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Stakeholder influence

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

C.P.M./C.P.S.M./N.A.C.M. preferred

Tools

MS Office

Procurement systems

Job description

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) is part of CBRE Group, which employs over 140,000 people worldwide. We provide fully integrated real estate, facilities management, and technology solutions for owners, occupiers, and investors across the globe.As a global provider of integrated FM services and corporate real estate services, GWS operates in 48 countries, creating stable and safe working environments for our clients and their teams. We focus on comprehensive facility maintenance and efficient infrastructure management, supporting organizations in their daily operations. Thanks to the expertise of our specialists and modern tools, we ensure efficient, predictable, and responsible property management throughout the entire lifecycle of real estate assets.About the RoleAs a CBRE Senior Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end supplier lifecycle activities, including supplier onboarding, contracting and compliance. You will support procurement operations by partnering with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure suppliers meet contractual, operational, and audit requirements.This role requires a strong attention to detail, experience managing contracts and supplier relationships, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments. While there are no direct reports, you will work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and business partners across multiple functions.This job is part of the Procurement function. The team is responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods, services, or raw materials from vendors and suppliers.What You'll Do:• Manage supplier onboarding processes, ensuring all required documentation, compliance requirements, and approvals are completed accurately and on time.• Coordinate supplier contracting activities, including contract creation, review, execution, renewals, extensions, and terminations.• Draft, review, negotiate, and maintain contracts and other business documents in support of procurement activities.• Support supplier performance management activities, including monitoring supplier compliance with contractual obligations, service levels, and performance expectations.• Conduct supplier audits and compliance reviews, ensuring adherence to internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.• Partner with business stakeholders, operational teams, shared services teams, legal, finance, and other cross-functional groups to support procurement objectives.• Serve as a key point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders throughout the supplier lifecycle.• Maintain accurate supplier records and procurement documentation within relevant systems and platforms.• Support sourcing and procurement initiatives through supplier evaluations, contract negotiations, and risk assessments.• Identify opportunities to improve supplier management, onboarding, contracting, and compliance processes.• Review procurement documentation and agreements to ensure alignment with company standards and policies.• Influence stakeholders and suppliers to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes while ensuring business requirements are met.• Identify and solve complex supplier, contractual, and operational challenges while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.What You'll Need:• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. C.P.M., C.P.S.M. or N.A.C.M. certifications or eligibility preferred.• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.• Experience managing supplier onboarding, supplier contracting, contract administration, and supplier relationship management.• Strong contract negotiation skills with the ability to manage multiple agreements simultaneously.• Experience supporting supplier audits, compliance reviews, and governance activities.• Proven ability to manage and influence a broad range of stakeholders without direct authority.• Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a highly process-driven and audit-focused environment.• Experience working with procurement, supplier management, and contract management systems.• Ability to analyze contractual and operational information and identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities.• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and related tools.What We Offer:• A remote role based in Poland, offering work-life balance and flexibility (maternity cover).• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and teamwork.• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.• The opportunity to work with an interesting international client in a dynamic and growing company.• A comprehensive benefits package including private medical care, a MultiSport sports card co-participation, and life insurance facilitation.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. We actively promote diversity.