Purchasing Manager

Your role

We are looking for a Purchasing Manager, Heating and Cooling Poland to strengthen the Fortum's Renewables & Decarbonisation Procurement Team.

As a Purchasing Manager, you shall execute procurement cases related to Growth and Investment projects, support operations and investments for our Heating and Cooling and ensure that materials and services are ordered according to business needs and timelines.

You will be working close with Heating and Cooling Poland business, shall report to Senior Manager, H&C POL Procurement, shall be member of H&C procurement team and are participating your business area procurement development. Location of the job is Fortum H&C PL office in Wrocław or Częstochowa or Zabrze, Poland. This job also requires limited travelling to project sites.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the organization's goals and project requirements.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, prepare RfP’s , evaluate proposals, negotiate contract terms, and establish strong partnerships to ensure reliable supply chains.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Engineering teams to define procurement requirements, scope of supply and ensure timely procurement process  to meet project schedules.
• Monitor market trends and industry developments to identify cost-saving opportunities and innovative sourcing approaches.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts within the procurement function.

To be successful in the position we expect you to have:

• an academic degree in a relevant field, preferably within technology or business,
• at least 3 years of proven experience in a procurement role,
• experience in complex contracting and supplier negotiations
• experience in Maximo, SAP Ariba, Basware or similar systems is a big plus
• fluent Polish and English skills
• systematic, enthusiastic and initiative-taking approach to work
• strong collaboration and communication skills and good ability to cope with pressure
• familiarity with power plant processes and maintenance practices is a big plus

What we offer:

• With us, you can take an active role in powering the world where people, business and nature thrive together. To reach our goals, we embrace a culture of openness. With mutual trust, believing in people, and taking care of everyone's well-being, can we reach even better results. Flexibility is the new normal and we apply a hybrid way of working wherever possible.
• For you, working at Fortum means exciting opportunities to develop your expertise and create a unique career path. We will support you on this journey. We believe diversity and inclusion inspire all of us to innovate and grow together. Therefore, we are committed to building teams where everyone feels included and is treated equally.

About Fortum

Fortum is a Nordic energy company. Our mission is to empower a world where people, businesses, and nature thrive together. We are one of the cleanest energy producers in Europe, driven by ambitious environmental goals. We reliably generate and deliver clean energy, supporting industries in decarbonizing their processes and fostering development. Our core operations in the Nordic countries include efficient CO2-free energy production and reliable supply of electricity and district heating to both individual and business customers. We are a safe and inspiring workplace for nearly 5,000 employees. Fortum's shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki stock exchange. fortum.pl

We hope you will help us continue to grow. We guarantee mutual respect and open, honest communication.

At Fortum, we strive to build diverse teams where everyone feels included and treated equally.

Fortum Offers:

• employment based on a contract of employment with a well-established company
• a friendly atmosphere in the workplace
• opportunities for professional development in an international environment
• a comprehensive benefits package

Interested?

If you are interested, please submit your CV through our online tool. Only applications submitted through the online tool will be considered.

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The controller of your personal data is Fortum Power and Heat Polska sp. z o.o. with its registered office at ul. Słonimskiego 1A, 50-304 Wrocław, registered in the Register of Entrepreneurs of the National Court Register under number 0000033402, NIP 1181606467.

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