Indirect Sourcing Specialist Poland & DACH Region

1 Month ago • 5 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Indirect Sourcing Specialist, you will lead tactical Indirect Sourcing for Poland & DACH Region. You will implement commodity strategies, align with European Commodity Managers, and lead local negotiations. Responsibilities include KPI achievement (savings, Payment Terms, supplier harmonization, etc.) and local supplier relationship management for the Poland & DACH Region, working closely with local business teams. This role involves implementing sourcing strategies, ensuring accurate execution of tactical tasks, managing projects, investigating market trends, and ensuring continuous improvement in the total cost of ownership. You will also need to meet Wabtec Group objectives and adhere to corporate policy.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field
  • 5+ years experience in sourcing or procurement
  • Expertise in Indirect Sourcing, focusing on Poland & DACH Region
  • Experience in supplier relationship management and KPI management
  • Ability to conduct supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contracting
  • Proficient in Polish, English and German
  • Proficient with ERP systems and eSourcing tools
Good to have:
  • Familiar with financial reporting, manufacturing cost systems, and lean tools
  • Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
  • Ability to gain consensus through collaboration

Job Details

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with? 

You will be a member of the Commodity Sourcing department, reporting to the Regional Indirect Sourcing Leader.

How will you make a difference?

As an Indirect Sourcing Specialist, you will lead the tactical Indirect Sourcing for Poland & DACH Region. You will implement the commodity strategies in alignment with European Commodity Managers and lead local negotiations. You will be responsible for KPI achievements (savings, Payment Terms, supplier harmonization etc.) and local supplier relationship management for Poland & DACH Region and works closely with the Poland & DACH Region business teams.

What will your typical day look like?

  • Lead tactical buying for Indirect Sourcing in Poland & DACH Region.

  • As an Indirect Sourcing Specialist, you will work closely with the European Commodity Managers and various internal stakeholders in Poland & DACH Region to gain consensus by aligning the global strategies through regional implementations.

  • Create and implement strategic plans which deliver >5% annual improvement on assigned spend.

  • Responsible for implementing Indirect Sourcing strategies for Poland & DACH Region and ensuring a timely and accurate execution of tactical tasks (PO management, supplier management, reporting etc.).

  • Executes regional projects in close alignment with the internal stakeholders and European Commodity Managers.

  • Supports the Commodity Managers by investigating the newest market trends and integrates feedback from internal stakeholders in strategies (voice of internal customer).

  • Ensure continuous improvement in total cost of ownership in accordance with business objectives.

  • Lead optimization projects such as process improvements and supplier rationalization / optimization.

  • Ensure that the business objectives of Wabtec Groups and Operating Units are met by taking the corporate policy (including ethical standards) into account.

  • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What do we want to know about you?

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Engineering, Labor studies, Science, or related field

  • +5 years’ experience in sourcing or procurement

  • Have expertise in Indirect Sourcing with a focus on Poland & DACH Region: critical cost components, pricing models, KPI’s and SLA’s, negotiations factors, engagement strategies

  • Experience in supplier relationship management, KPI and performance management

  • Demonstrated ability to conduct supplier evaluation, selection, negotiation, contracting and implementation

  • Proficient Polish, English and German

  • Proficient with ERP systems and eSourcing tools (Coupa, HICX, Microsoft BI)

  • Familiar with financial reporting, manufacturing cost systems and lean tools

  • Able to work in a multi-cultural environment and to gain consensus through collaboration

I consent to the processing of my personal data by Stemmann-Polska Sp . z o.o.  for the purposes of activities necessary for the recruitment process, in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act of 10 May 2018 (Journal of Laws of 2018, item 1000) and in accordance with the Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council (EU) 2016/679 of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (RODO).

Legal authorization to work in EU is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

*Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalized agreement with Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.

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Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.  

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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Want to move the world? Want to innovate and bring that innovation to life? At Wabtec, we are in the business of realizing potential – that of the transportation industry, and yours! Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective success across the vibrant portfolios of Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, we offer employees hands-on opportunities all over the world to shape the future of transportation – as well as their own. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, leveraging our digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services to create transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Along with our industry-leading portfolio of products and solutions for the rail and transit industries, Wabtec is a leader in mining, marine, and industrial solutions.

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