Strategic Purchasing Manager - Poland & Global Sourcing

Greenbrier group; Wrocław; On-site; PLN 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenbrier group is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Wrocław, Poland to lead strategic sourcing initiatives and oversee the purchasing team. This role is essential for ensuring supply continuity, optimizing supplier performance, and achieving cost savings while supporting sustainability in the supply chain.

The ideal candidate has strong negotiation skills, technical understanding, and a university degree in a relevant field. Proficiency in digital procurement tools and experience in a global industrial environment are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in team management and leading cross-functional teams.
• Fluent in English.
• Working experience in a globalized industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the purchasing function and drive strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Manage the purchasing team; set objectives and perform appraisals.
• Ensure compliance with Greenbrier's ESG commitments.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Technical understanding

Leadership skills

Digital procurement tools proficiency

Analytical skills

Knowledge of sustainability and ESG

Education

University degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems (DAX365 preferred)

Job description

Greenbrier group is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Wrocław, Poland to lead strategic sourcing initiatives and oversee the purchasing team. This role is essential for ensuring supply continuity, optimizing supplier performance, and achieving cost savings while supporting sustainability in the supply chain.

The ideal candidate has strong negotiation skills, technical understanding, and a university degree in a relevant field. Proficiency in digital procurement tools and experience in a global industrial environment are preferred.