Category Purchaser

Are you looking for an opportunity to launch your career to the next level? We are looking for Category Purchaser’s to work in our team in Jelenia Góra, Poland? Valmet is looking for Category Purchaser’s who can lead, coordinate and execute procurement work for Valmet EMEA Supply Chain, ensuring there is a competent, competitive and timely supplier base. With location in Wrocław, Poland. you will serve Valmet EMEA Service Operations and work in close cooperation with suppliers and several functions such as Valmet global sourcing team, sales, engineering, quality, logistics and many others. This is a temporary position - until December 31, 2027 Other responsibilities include: · Execute procurement assignments for named categories/suppliers · Follow-up purchase orders for cost, quality and delivery time · Responsible for price agreement and item maintenance in our ERP system and related systems · Plan and execute annual price negotiations with defined suppliers · Define supply strategies and plan, priorities, time schedules as well as action plans together with procurement team members such as supplier quality and logistics · Define and ensure implementation of long-term cost savings · Develop the existing supplier base in cooperation with Category Management function based on general supplier requirements such as on-time delivery, quality, lead-times, innovation and cost · Responsible for supplier relationship management · Support sales and cost-estimation functions in sales projects with cost-data and sourcing activities · Ensure implementation of defined strategies with the selected vendors · Be updated in terms of technological development in the industry · Responsibility to actively seek and evaluate new suppliers · Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to Valmet policy · Drive Cost Competitive Country (CCC) sourcing · Manage inventory levels and support a healthy net working capital To succeed in this role, you will need: · Master's or Bachelor's degree. Preferred fields of study: engineering or commercial · 3 years of working experience in a similar role · Excellent analytical skills and ability to run with swift and fact-based decisions · Strong influencing and negotiations skills with demonstrated ability to achieve results in a global matrix organization · Strong knowledge of Windows environment (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ERP Systems (Infor LN competence is preferrable) · Fluent in Polish and English, Other languages are an asset · High level of commitment and proactive approach · Ability to work and perform well under pressure with tight deadlines · Driving license. B We are looking for a self-motivated, engaged, innovative, passionate individual who is comfortable working with diverse cross functional teams. Someone who demonstrates flexibility and efficiency in dynamic situations and stand out for their ability to collaborate and work in a team-oriented manner, while maintaining a high level of integrity and commitment to achieving the organization’s goals. What can you expect from us? In return, we offer you an interesting work environment, demanding position working within a global industry leader and the support of Valmet's global network. With us you are working in a team that contributes to the success of the organization as well as find opportunities for personal development in a highly international working environment characterized by strong commitment to sustainability and future orientation. Additional information: To be included in the recruiting process, please complete our on-line application form and send your CV in English with salary expectation, as soon as possible but no later than September 20 , 2026. Please note that we will not accept applications by e-mail. Note that we will proceed with interviews as soon as suitable candidates are identified, already before the end of the application period. Do you want to know more? For further information about the position, please contact Wojciech Maj Manager, Procurement For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact Wiktoria Miedzińska , Talent Acquisition Partner, EMEA Next Steps: Your profile will be reviewed during September. If shortlisted, you will be invited to a preliminary online interview. Finalists will be invited for a concluding interview. Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 18,500 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork. Join the team!