Sourcing Specialist

UPM

Wrocław

Ibrido

PLN 120.000 - 170.000

Tempo pieno

14 giorni+

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Descrizione del lavoro

UPM is seeking a Specialist, Sourcing Operations to join our team in Wroclaw. You will lead end-to-end direct materials sourcing projects, leverage RFIs, RFPs, RFQs and e-auctions, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver value and sustainable results.

You will negotiate contracts, monitor supplier performance, and drive digital sourcing initiatives. Strong English and German language skills, plus experience with SAP Ariba, are required to thrive in our multicultural environment.

Competenze

Master’s degree in procurement, business, or a related field.
Strong interest in technology, AI, digitalization, and innovation.
Fluent in English; German is required.
Experience with SAP Ariba and other digital sourcing and procurement tools.
Customer-focused and service-oriented with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate in multicultural, cross-functional environments.
Collaborative team player with adaptability and innovative mindset.
Proactive self-leadership and continuous value creation.

Mansioni

Lead end-to-end sourcing projects focusing on direct materials (chemicals) using RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and e-auctions.
Follow sourcing strategies that deliver business value and cost optimization.
Negotiate and manage contracts throughout their lifecycle with compliance and risk mitigation.
Act as a trusted sourcing advisor to influence stakeholders and support strategic decisions.
Drive change by implementing new ways of working and digital procurement tools.
Monitor supplier performance and foster strong supplier relationships for continuous improvement.
Promote procurement best practices, compliance, and risk management across activities.
Ensure an efficient Source-to-Contract process and operational excellence.

Conoscenze

Procurement

Sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

English

German

SAP Ariba

Digital tools

Project management

Formazione

Master's degree in procurement

Strumenti

SAP Ariba

Descrizione del lavoro

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils!

Learn more about us as a workplace upm.com/careers

We are looking for a Specialist, Sourcing Operations to join ourteam in UPM Business Hub Poland.

Greetings From Your Future Manager

Join a talented team of sourcing professionals at the forefront of UPM's digital transformation journey. In this role, you'll gain a unique perspective on our global businesses, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and stay connected to rapidly evolving external markets. Every day brings new opportunities to learn, solve challenges, and drive continuous improvement. Whether you're passionate about procurement, digitalization, or creating smarter ways of working, Sourcing Operations offers an environment where your ideas matter and your career can thrive. Interested? Come and join us!

What You Will Do

Lead end-to-end sourcing projects with a strong focus on direct materials (chemicals), utilizing sourcing tools such as RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and e-auctions
Follow sourcing strategies that deliver business value, identify cost optimization opportunities, and support organizational objectives
Negotiate and manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, ensuring value creation, compliance, and effective risk mitigation
Act as a trusted sourcing advisor, influencing stakeholders and supporting strategic decision-making in complex procurement initiatives
Drive change and innovation by implementing new ways of working, leveraging digital procurement tools, and enhancing sourcing processes
Monitor supplier performance, build strong supplier relationships, and drive continuous improvement across the supply base
Champion procurement best practices, compliance, and risk management across sourcing and contracting activities
Drive operational excellence by ensuring an efficient, effective, and streamlined Source-to-Contract process

Who You Are

You hold a master’s degree or another relevant professional qualification in procurement (direct materials), business, or a related field
You have a strong interest in technology, AI, digitalization, and innovation
You communicate fluently in English. German is required
Experience with SAP Ariba and other digital sourcing and procurement tools is considered a strong asset
You are a customer-focused and service-oriented professional with excellent communication, stakeholder management, influencing, and negotiation skills
You build strong relationships, embrace diverse perspectives, and thrive in multicultural and cross-functional environments
You are a collaborative team player who adapts quickly to change and brings an innovative mindset to solving challenges
You demonstrate strong self-leadership, proactively take initiative, and continuously seek new opportunities to improve, learn, and create value

This Is What We Offer To You

A meaningful job:We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.
A caring community:Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
Development opportunities:We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
Responsible employer:Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

Learn about our Rewarding and our Ways of working

Additional Information

This position offers a hybrid working model, combining remote work from home with regular on-site collaboration in Wrocław.

The position holder will report to Senior Manager, Sourcing and Procurement Operations.

Country-specific information

If you have any concerns about the recruitment and selection process, you can report those online through the UPM Report Misconduct channel using the link: https://www.upm.com/investors/governance/compliance/reportmisconduct/

UPM business information

UPM is a material solutions company, renewing products and entire value chains with an extensive portfolio of renewable fibres, advanced materials, decarbonization solutions, and communication papers. In Poland, UPM is running two factories near Wrocław, Human Resources Services in Kraków and UPM Business Hub at the heart of the city of Wrocław. At the moment, the Wrocław Hub brings together over 700 professionals in customer, supplier and financial services.

What makes us unique? The Finnish leadership culture encourages people in personal growth and self-development, and our values - trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage – are visible in our everyday work. We are inspired by the limitless opportunities of the bioeconomy and we lead the way towards a future beyond fossils. Got interested? Join us on this exciting path! #growthwithUPM

Ifyou wish to get more insight about who we are, check out this page!

UPM – we renew the everyday