Strategic Purchaser (m/w/d)

TN Poland; Poznań; Hybrid; EUR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Strategic Purchaser to join their dynamic Procurement team in Poznań. In this role, you will independently manage strategic purchasing of various components, including plastic molded parts and metal anchors. You will analyze material groups, conduct price negotiations, and collaborate with product management to optimize purchasing processes. This position offers hybrid working arrangements and a commitment to personal development, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to grow in a global business environment.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Ongoing Personal Development Support

Growth and Development Culture

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic purchasing of raw materials and parts.
• Technical or commercial training with further specialist training.

Responsibilities

• Independent strategic purchasing of various components.
• Conducting price negotiations and developing product strategies.

Skills

Strategic Purchasing

Negotiation Skills

Supplier Management

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Optimization Identification

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Economics/Technical Field

Technical or Commercial Training

Tools

SAP

MS Office

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About Leviat

At Leviat, you can build a future with a lasting legacy. Help us make great architecture possible, responsibly and sustainably, for everyone and with everyone. As a global leader in connecting, fixing, lifting, and anchoring technology for the construction industry, we have approximately 3,000 people across 60 locations worldwide.

Opportunities at Leviat

Own where your ambition can take you. Explore and specialize, making the most of the opportunities available. You will have the full support of a global business.

Learn more about our business and our trusted product brands at www.leviat.com.

About CRH

CRH is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect, and improve our world. Employing approximately 75,800 people at 3,160 locations in 29 countries, CRH holds market leadership in North America and Europe.

Our Impact

Our products are everywhere you live, work, and relax, often unnoticed. Our project portfolio includes sustainable and cutting-edge building projects worldwide, such as the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Center.

Current Opening

To strengthen our Procurement team at the Poznan or Kalisz (Poland) site, we are looking for a Strategic Purchaser (m/w/d).

Your Profile

• Technical or commercial training with further specialist training and/or a Bachelor's or Master's degree with an economic/technical focus.
• Experience in strategic purchasing of raw materials, semi-finished products, and parts.
• Knowledge and experience in category and supplier management.
• Negotiation skills.
• Structured approach to tenders.
• Flexibility, motivation, commitment, and willingness to travel occasionally.
• High self-drive to identify potential for optimization and savings.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Experience with SAP is an advantage.
• Confident use of MS Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Independent strategic purchasing of plastic molded/extruded parts, insulation, casted parts, turned parts, and metal anchors.
• Analyzing material groups and developing suitable product strategies.
• Conducting price negotiations.
• Participating in international purchasing initiatives and coordinating global sourcing.
• Collaborating with product management to structure the product portfolio.
• Developing and optimizing purchasing processes.
• Market observation and supplier selection.
• Creating and analyzing supplier evaluations.
• Conducting annual supplier meetings.

What We Offer

• A global business committed to attracting and retaining top talent.
• A culture that values growth, development, and internal promotion.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements depending on the role.
• Ongoing personal learning and development support.

Equal Opportunities

Leviat is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment and actively encourage applications from all community sectors.

Application Process

Please note that we cannot accept applications via email for GDPR reasons. Candidates must apply through our job portal. We do not accept candidate introductions from recruitment agencies unless instructed by our recruitment team.