Group Procurement Category Manager

3 tygodni temu

Poznań, Greater Poland PEPCO Pełny etat

Numerous job opportunities are available in the field of supply chain management at PEPCO, a leading international retail conglomerate. Among these roles is the position of Group Procurement Category Manager, which plays a pivotal part in leading end-to-end procurement and vendor management within the Supply Chain Services Category Family.



Job Summary

As a Group Procurement Category Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies tailored to the Supply Chain Category Family. Your primary objectives will include driving efficiency, achieving cost savings, and advancing sustainability initiatives in line with business objectives.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute procurement strategies for Supply Chain, focusing on value-added cost savings and sustainability activities;
  • Collaborate with Group Head of Procurement to optimize procurement strategy;
  • Maintain the commercial relationship with suppliers;
  • Pro-active communication with all relevant stakeholders to achieve the most effective procurement;
  • Arrange and facilitate meetings between stakeholders and suppliers when required;
  • Request quotations and negotiate optimum value with suppliers;
  • Review proposals and provide summary documentation to stakeholders;
  • Report any delivery exceptions to stakeholders in a timely manner to manage expectations;
  • Liaise between suppliers and stakeholders to resolve any commercial issues;
  • Develop a thorough working knowledge of the company's ERP system and contribute to its ongoing development;
  • Ensure compliance with purchasing and finance policies;
  • Manage and develop a team of procurement professionals.


Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field;
  • Proficiency in English;
  • At least 5 years of prior experience in procurement, commercial negotiation, and supplier management, ideally within a retail or related industry within the Supply Chain domain;
  • Experience in working with shipping lines;
  • Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (MCIPS) qualification desirable;
  • Thorough understanding of retail and procurement dynamics;
  • Familiarity with Supply Chain supplier landscape- sea freight;
  • Proficiency in procurement processes and financial analysis;
  • Strong analytical, interpersonal, and negotiation skills;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication;
  • Leadership experience in procurement or related field;
  • Track record of delivering cost savings and supplier innovations;
  • Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.


We Offer:

  • Work in an international company that is on the Forbes list of the best employers in Poland and is loved by millions of consumers in Poland and Europe;
  • Competitive salaries and genuine opportunities for promotion – the development of our employees is the cornerstone of our strategy;
  • Flexible working arrangements, including global/hybrid work options;
  • Private medical care and preferential life insurance to make you feel secure;
  • Benefit platform with plenty of opportunities – events, foreign trips, shopping vouchers, etc. – there is something for everyone;
  • Discounts on purchases at PEPCO stores – buy your favorite products at great prices;
  • The opportunity to develop English language skills while working in an international environment;
  • Numerous free trainings, courses, and webinars – we have so much of this that you're sure to find something for you;
  • Free psychological, legal, and financial consultations as part of our employee support program – your well-being is important to us;
  • A friendly atmosphere and the support of colleagues who are willing to share their expertise – despite the fact that we are a really large organization, we have managed to maintain a pleasant, informal atmosphere;
  • Work in a unique organizational culture – PEPCOculture, where the mission, vision, and values we have developed are the foundations of our daily work.


We are looking for talented professionals to join our team at PEPCO. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply.



PEPCO is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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