Strategic Commodity Buyer – Automotive (Hybrid, Kraków)

OPmobility SE; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Life Insurance and Healthcare

Multisport

Hybrid work arrangement (3 days in the

office/week)

Employment stability

Job summary

OPmobility SE is seeking a Strategic Commodity Buyer in Kraków to develop and implement sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and secure competitive agreements supporting business objectives. You will build a high-performing supplier network, drive cost optimization, and ensure supplier performance from development through aftermarket support.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Program Management, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to meet project objectives while

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Strategic Purchasing or Commodity Management.
• Knowledge of battery components and/or BMS is a must.
• Experience in automotive industry highly preferred.
• Excellent English communication, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and audit new suppliers to support growth and sourcing needs.
• Develop and maintain a competitive, sustainable 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 business objectives.
• Monitor market trends and supplier risks to identify opportunities and mitigate impacts.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and synergies across projects and units.
• Support Project Buyers in escalation management and supplier crises.
• Ensure supplier performance across the full lifecycle from development to aftermarket.

Skills

Fluent English

Supplier negotiations

Project management

Travel willingness

Education

Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or related field

Job description

OPmobility SE is seeking a Strategic Commodity Buyer in Kraków to develop and implement sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and secure competitive agreements supporting business objectives. You will build a high-performing supplier network, drive cost optimization, and ensure supplier performance from development through aftermarket support.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Program Management, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to meet project objectives while