Buyer/Purchasing Agent

Join an international engineering and consulting company and work on large-scale global projects.
For one of our clients - a global engineering and consulting company with Canadian roots - we are currently looking for candidates for the Buyer/Purchasing Agent position to support international projects. The organization has a strong hub in Katowice and delivers projects across industries such as energy, infrastructure, and natural resources. The company combines engineering expertise with a modern approach to data and technology, offering work in a truly international environment.
Location: Katowice (office work).


Your new role :

  • Manage purchasing activities from project initiation through close-out, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and equipment.
  • Execute purchase order formation, award, administration, and close-out for local and international orders.
  • Develop and implement purchasing procedures and templates.
  • Oversee the bidding process: prepare bid documents, chair bidder meetings, manage queries, conduct bid analysis, and issue award recommendations.
  • Ensure compliance with project requirements, legislation, and import/export regulations.
  • Facilitate purchase order kick-off meetings, monitor progress payments, and manage contractual changes.
  • Expedite materials and vendor documentation post-award when required

What you'll need to succeed :

  • 6+ years of experience as a Buyer, with exposure to both local and international markets.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9000 and ISO 19011 standards.
  • English- advanced.
  • Proven track record managing procurement for large-scale or complex projects.
  • Technical or trade qualification in a relevant discipline.
  • Strong technical aptitude with in-depth knowledge of materials, fabrication processes, and supply chain items.
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve quality, cost, and schedule objectives with a strong focus on deliverables.
  • Solid understanding of engineering concepts and interdisciplinary dependencies.
  • Expertise in procurement, contracting, pre-operational verification, and commissioning methodologies.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.
  • Comprehensive understanding of project execution, including materials management.
  • Working knowledge of SmartPlant or similar systems is an asset.
  • Master's/Bachelor's degree in supply chain/logistics – preferably.
  • Experience in capital projects – preferably.

What you'll get in return :

  • Stable employment based on a full-time employment contract in an established international company.
  • Necessary tools and equipment to perform your role.
  • Extensive training package.
  • Private medical care and life insurance.
  • Friendly, international work environment.
  • Opportunity to work on large-scale projects in heavy and processing industries.
  • Office-based work in a well-connected location in central Katowice.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Clear career development path.
  • Cooperation with international teams.

Interested?Apply!


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Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Engineering
Location
Katowice
Specialism
Purchasing and Logistics
Ref:
1199922

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Weronika Opozda, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Kraków
Hays, al. Pokoju 5

Telephone: 122013660

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