Head of Sourcing Office
We are currently looking to employ a Sourcing Manager that will set up an office in Warsaw and become an Office Head managing Finance, Sourcing, Quality, CSR and Supply Chain functions in the coming 12 months. The candidate should have a primary experience within sourcing and should be willing to engage with suppliers and combine sourcing activities with managing the office.
Client Details
Our Client is a recognized international non-food retail company headquartered in Scandinavia. Currently thanks to its constantly growing presence worldwide, they decided to set up a European sourcing office in Warsaw, Poland.
Description
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies in previously defined category groups
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Manage Vendor Buying Agreements and commercial conditions with suppliers based in CEE region
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Drive continuous improvement in purchasing procedures to achieve best organizational efficiency
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Build and manage teams in the following areas: finance, sourcing, quality, CSR and supply chain
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Manage cross-functional projects involving sourcing offices based in Asia
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Develop common ranges and private labels for all company's retail brands
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Work internationally directly with other sourcing offices and HQ based in Scandinavia
Profile
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Master Degree in Economics, Supply Chain or relevant
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Minimum 5 years of professional experience in sourcing in retail industry
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Minimum 3 years of professional experience managing a team
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Demonstrated track record of identifying process improvements in planning, logistics and purchasing area
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Strong customer mind set, stakeholder insight and relation building ability
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Very good organizations and communications skills
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Fluency in English
Job Offer
- Get challenging tasks which will enhance development of your professional skills
- Excellent working environment with regards to safety and ethics
- Career development opportunities in a company promoting innovative and modern technologies
Location: Warsaw
Contract type: Na czas nieokreślony
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