Sourcing Manager

BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

BAT POLANDIS LOOKING FOR A SOURCING MANAGER!

SENIORITY LEVEL: Junior Manager

FUNCTION: Operations

SALARY RANGE: competitive salary package + excellent benefits + market leading bonus

LOCATION: Warsaw, Poland

Application deadline: 27.06.2021

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

This role is part of Indirect Operations Procurement.

The Sourcing Manager will be responsible for designated Indirect goods and services for non-marketing spend categories throughout CEN and implementing sustainable sourcing strategies and processes to deliver significant competitive advantage to BAT.

Reports to: Commercial Procurement Business Manager Central Europe North – Non-Marketing

Reporting Level: Individual Contributor

Geographic Scope: CEN DRBU

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Managing CEN settlements and supplier selection within the framework of the designated category strategies and sourcing strategies.
• Contributing actively to the set Commercial Non-Marketing Procurement KPI´s such as procurement savings & payment term targets
• Managing supplier relationships proactively including innovation enablement and supplier review meetings
• Capturing and reporting compliance to Procurement policy through Procurement Business Manager
• Challenging demand and requirements and managing customer expectations to ensure compliance and to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop detailed understanding of financial evaluation and interpretation of supplier’s records and their key cost and business drivers
• Applying global policies, processes, standards, and platforms including the agreed Sourcing Management methodology and approach to deliver robust terms and conditions

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Work experience on a similar position, preferably in an FMCG or international company
• Leading projects with proven track of successfully delivered outcome and very good cooperation with team members
• Knowledge of corporate regulations and legislation to ensure the creation of effective contracts
• Excellent commercial awareness with strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong project management skills
• Interpersonal skills and capability to influence and negotiate effectively
• Strong customer focus and capability to quickly establish working relationships and build networks
• Proficient oral and written communication skills in Polish & English

WE ARE BAT

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!