Project buyer

Proactive Technical Limited; Town of Poland (NY); On-site; USD 47,482 - 73,861; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company culture

Long-term prospects

Onboarding and training

Flexible working hours

Mobile work option

Private medical care

English language courses

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking a Project Buyer to oversee procurement on Poland and international projects. You will own selected commodity groups, manage supplier qualifications and audits, and drive cost reductions across the supply base.

The role requires travel of 15-20% mainly in Central and Eastern Europe. Candidates will have several years’ experience in project procurement, ERP-based processes, and a university degree in Industrial Engineering or Technical Business Administration.

Qualifications

• Supplier management, sourcing, and procurement processes for capital projects.
• Experience with project procurement in mechanical/plant engineering is preferred.
• Knowledge of ERP-based procurement workflows and supplier evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract negotiations and drafting for project contracts on steel structures and related services.
• Prepare RFQs for project materials and validate orders in the ERP system.
• Monitor supplier performance, conduct risk analyses, and drive supplier development.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize processes within scope.

Skills

Project procurement experience

Capital expenditures procurement

Negotiation and contract drafting

Supplier management

ERP systems navigation

Education

University degree in Industrial Engineering or Technical Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking for a Project Buyer responsible for the procurement activities in Poland, as well as other international projects. This role includes also the ownership of assigned commodity groups (e.g. steel structures,; small parts technology, etc.) and managing supplier qualifications and audits in Poland and surrounding countries.

Your tasks

• Lead contract negotiations incl. contract drafting for project contracts on steel structures, roof and cladding, machinery, equipment and components as well as related external services (procurement of trades)
• Prepare requests for quotations (RFQs) for project materials and review, validate, and implement resulting orders in the ERP system
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct supplier evaluations, risk analysis and development measures within assigned commodity groups
• Identify opportunities to improve competitiveness and optimize costs
• Optimize processes within your area of responsibility in coordination with your supervisor

Your profile

• Several years of professional experience in project procurement or in the procurement of Capital Expenditures, preferably in mechanical or plant engineering
• In-depth knowledge of procurement, sourcing, and supplier management processes within ERP systems
• University degree in Industrial Engineering, (Technical) Business Administration, or a comparable field
• Very good command of English, Polish and German (min. B2).
• High level of initiative, strong commitment, and execution focus, combined with creativity in finding solutions when challenges arise, stress resistance, effective negotiation skills, and a cooperative team mentality
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approx. 15-20%, mainly Central and Eastern Europe)

What We Offer

• Company Culture: Respect, teamwork, reliability, and passion define our collaboration. A positive, family-like atmosphere is our top priority.
• Long-Term Prospects: A secure position in a growing, international company with exciting development opportunities.
• Support & Development: Comprehensive onboarding, ongoing training, and a strong, collaborative team.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours, and the possibility of mobile work.
• Additional Benefits: Contribution to sports activities, private medical care, English language courses

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.