Purchasing Specialist
Become a Part of the Marelli team. We are a global independent automotive supplier with a passion for performance and speed. We are pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence.
Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.”
Joining the Marelli Lighting team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation.
As a global yet fast-evolving company, we're looking for team members who want to grow and evolve with us.
About the Position:
We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to join the Purchasing Lighting team, reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager.
This position is based at our office in Sosnowiec.
As the Purchasing Specialist at Marelli, you will be responsible:
Your Responsibilities will be:
- Ensure effective and optimal procurement and supply process for the plant in terms of assembly lines
- Execute the purchasing process in accordance with the standards and procedures of Marelli Group's Central Purchasing in Poland for assigned Marelli Group companies, including:
- Collaborate with Engineers and project teams regarding CAPEX/MRO
- Manage the RFQ process, analyze financial conditions, and recommend the selection of the optimal offer
- Conduct negotiations and agree on purchasing contract terms within the scope and area of responsibility
- Manage the assigned budget and purchases for the project
- Participate in cost reduction for new and ongoing CAPEX projects
- Execute supplier selection process by searching and creating lists of potential suppliers
- Obtain offers, perform financial condition analysis, and recommend the selection of the optimal offer
- Negotiate and agree on purchasing contract terms within the scope and area of responsibility
- Maintain contacts with suppliers and monitor the local supplier market, including collecting and analyzing information about potential supplier markets
- Prepare and submit purchase orders to Suppliers according to the procedures of the Marelli Group and Marelli Group companies
- Implement the purchasing policy and strategy of Marelli Group and Marelli Group companies in Poland
Expectations from you in this position:
- Higher education, preferably in economics or engineering
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar position, preferably in an international company in the automotive industry
- Communicative knowledge of English at a minimum B2 level
- Knowledge of German or Italian is an advantage
- Proficiency in MS Office: Word, Excel (formulas, formatting, pivot tables), PowerPoint
- SAP or other ERP systems knowledge is an advantage
- Willingness to travel for business and possession of a category B driving license
- Knowledge of purchase cost structure and the ability to analyze and interpret it
- Conducting commercial negotiations (tools, techniques)
- Ability to analyze and develop commercial contracts
- Knowledge of international trade transactions, customs regulations, and INCO terms
- Ability to read technical documentation and technical drawings
- Negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Good work organization
- Ability to work under pressure
What does this position offer you:
- Fast-paced yet supportive and high-performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility.
- Support in onboarding and further training that will set you up with Marelli's speed.
- A hybrid work model, helping you to achieve work-life balance-combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful co-creation time in the office.
Take the next step:
Together, we will drive the world towards a safer, greener, and better-connected future.
Are you ready to make your mark, shape the future of the automotive industry, and drive the growth of the Lighting business?
Talk to us! To apply, submit your application via LinkedIn.
If you notice any irregularities in the recruitment process, please report them to the Hotline: marelli.ethicspoint.com
About Us:
Marelli is one of the world’s leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world.
Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships. Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers.
Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business.
Within the walls of Marelli, we believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it!
At Marelli, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to nurturing talent in our diverse environment, and we take pride in our various employee resource groups, such as Marelli Women, Brains & Hearts Wellbeing, All Cultures, and Marelli's Rainbow. We believe these groups foster creativity and innovation through the unique perspectives of a multicultural community.