Strategic Commodity Buyer

OPmobility; Kraków; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private life insurance

Healthcare

Multisport

Job summary

OPmobility, a global leader in sustainable mobility, is seeking a Strategic Commodity Buyer in Kraków to develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and secure favorable commercial agreements. You will build a high-performing supplier network for automotive and heavy-duty applications, drive cost-optimization initiatives, and support projects from development to serial production.

Fluent English, 5+ years in strategic purchasing, knowledge of battery components/BMS, and readiness

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Minimum 5 years in strategic purchasing or commodity management.
• Knowledge of battery components and/or BMS is a must.
• Experience in automotive industry preferred.
• Fluent English written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and audit new suppliers.
• Develop and maintain a robust supplier panel for Automotive and Heavy-Duty applications.
• Lead supplier selection and contract negotiations for OPmobility.
• Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers and foster long-term engagement.
• Develop and execute commodity sourcing strategies aligned with objectives.
• Monitor market trends and commodity risks to identify opportunities.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and secure productivity improvements.
• Support Project Buyers in escalation and supplier crises.
• Ensure supplier performance across the project lifecycle.

Skills

Strategic purchasing

Supplier management

Contract negotiations

English fluent

Travel up to 30%

Education

Master's degree in Engineering/related field

Tools

Battery components knowledge

BMS knowledge

Automotive sourcing tools

Job description

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

As a Strategic Commodity Buyer in Kraków, you will be responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and securing competitive commercial agreements that support OPmobility's business objectives.

You will play a key role in building a high-performing supplier network, driving cost optimization initiatives, ensuring supplier performance, and supporting project execution across the full product lifecycle—from innovation and development through serial production and aftermarket activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and audit new suppliers to support business growth and sourcing needs.
• Develop and maintain a robust, competitive, and sustainable supplier panel for Automotive and Heavy-Duty applications.
• Lead supplier selection and contract negotiations to secure the best commercial, technical, and operational conditions for OPmobility.
• Build strong strategic partnerships with key suppliers and foster long-term supplier engagement.
• Develop and execute commodity sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and market dynamics.
• Monitor market trends, industry developments, and commodity risks to identify opportunities and mitigate potential impacts.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and identify synergies across projects, programs, and business units.
• Negotiate annual productivity improvements and ensure delivery of cost-saving targets.
• Support Project Buyers in escalation management, supplier crises, and critical supply chain situations.
• Ensure supplier performance throughout the entire project lifecycle, from innovation and development phases to serial production and aftermarket support.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Program Management, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams to achieve project objectives.
• Track supplier performance indicators and implement improvement plans when required.
• Ensure the achievement of project-specific cost targets and purchasing objectives.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Strategic Purchasing, Commodity Management, or a similar procurement role.
• Knowledge of battery components and/or BMS is a must.
• Experience within the automotive industry is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of purchasing, finance, supply chain management, and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to understand technical and engineering requirements and translate them into effective sourcing strategies.
• Proven experience in supplier negotiations, contract management, and supplier development.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Driving licence and willingness to travel up to 30% (mainly within Europe)
• Employment stability.
• Private Life Insurance and Healthcare.
• Other Social Services (e.g. Multisport).

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.