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Wabtec; Kąty Wrocławskie; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec is seeking a qualified Sourcing professional to join the site team in Poland. You will own CapEx, OpEx and services sourcing activities, driving cost savings while maintaining a reliable supplier base across the site.

In this role you will translate global/European commodity strategies into local actions, manage end-to-end sourcing processes, and collaborate with finance, operations, and project teams to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in sourcing/procurement, with focus on indirect categories.
• Strong understanding of cost structures, pricing models, KPIs, and service agreements.
• Experience with ERP systems and eSourcing tools (e.g., Coupa, HICX, Power BI).
• Strong analytical skills with ability to drive cost and performance improvements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrix organization and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence decisions.
• Fluent in Polish and English.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of CapEx, OpEx, and Services sourcing activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with competitive suppliers.
• Execute tactical indirect sourcing activities and local implementation of global and European commodity strategies.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes, including supplier negotiations, purchase order management, and performance monitoring.
• Manage supplier relationships and challenge suppliers to improve cost, service, and efficiency.
• Lead cost optimization initiatives, including supplier rationalization and total cost of ownership reduction.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and global teams to align priorities and business needs.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and ethical standards.
• Own and deliver key procurement KPIs (savings, payment terms, supplier performance).

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Languages: Polish & English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Coupa

HICX

Power BI

Job description

You will work closely with local site stakeholders, European category managers, and global procurement teams. The role involves strong collaboration with finance, operations, and project teams, as well as external suppliers, to ensure effective sourcing execution and alignment with business objectives in a fast-paced, matrix environment.

How will you make a difference?

As part of Sourcing team, you will take ownership of CapEx, OpEx, and Services sourcing activities at the site level. You will ensure effective execution of sourcing strategies, drive cost savings, and maintain a competitive and reliable supplier base.

In this role, you will lead tactical indirect sourcing activities, translate global commodity strategies into local execution, and ensure uninterrupted business operations through strong supplier management and efficient sourcing processes. You will play a key role in improving procurement performance, optimizing costs, and contributing to overall operational efficiency.

What do we want to know about you?

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in sourcing/procurement, with focus on indirect categories
• Strong understanding of cost structures, pricing models, KPIs, and service agreements
• Experience with ERP systems and eSourcing tools (e.g., Coupa, HICX, Power BI)
• Strong analytical skills with ability to drive cost and performance improvements
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrix organization and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence decisions
• Fluent in Polish and English

What will your typical day look like?

• Take ownership of CapEx, OpEx, and Services sourcing activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with competitive suppliers
• Execute tactical indirect sourcing activities and local implementation of global and European commodity strategies
• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes, including supplier negotiations, purchase order management, and performance monitoring
• Manage supplier relationships and challenge suppliers to improve cost, service, and efficiency
• Lead cost optimization initiatives, including supplier rationalization and total cost of ownership reduction
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and global teams to align priorities and business needs
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and ethical standards
• Own and deliver key procurement KPIs (savings, payment terms, supplier performance)

Legal authorization to work in the European Union is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

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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