Direct Buyer US (fixed term contract) @ Jacobs

Job title:

Direct Buyer US (fixed term contract) @ Jacobs

Company:

Jacobs

Job description

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Administration, Law or Economy
• Some experience within various Procurement spend categories including preferably professional services (for example architecture, engineering, land surveying), technical services (well drilling, laboratory etc.), consulting services and similar
• Knowledge of Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Strategic Sourcing process and methodology
• Experience in understanding, negotiating and where needed drafting commercial supplier contracts, preferable in an international environment
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Any other languages may be an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Available to work late shifts. The shifts will be 12 pm – 8 pm local Krakow time, working days Monday to Friday

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.Your impactWe are an international engineering company providing services in the field of technical consulting, design, and investment project management.Global Business Services center located in Krakow provide global support for our line of business and corporate teams in the following areas:

• Finance
• Accounting
• HR
• IT
• Procurement
• Payroll
• Project Management

GBS centralizes some of the processes across Jacobs and focuses on process excellence while also advancing the transformation initiative through additional work migration.In Jacobs, every day is a chance to make the world a better place – let’s design your career with us!SUMMARY OF JOB FUNCTIONThis is a mid-level position responsible for direct procurement transactions in North America predominantly US. The incumbent closely cooperates with the Buyers for the given project.The incumbent has some working knowledge and understanding of procurement concepts, principles and practices, and the techniques of ensuring task completion and supplier relationship expectations. The incumbent understands the role of procurement and its integration with other project functions, accomplishes value-added expectations, and performs assignments in accordance with established policies and procedures.We offer:

• Full-time employment contract with salary corresponding to qualifications – fixed-term contract for 18 months
• Unique company culture fostering individual career growth and work-life balance
• Hybrid or stationary working model – depending on your preferences
• Flexible benefits package (Lux Med medical care, psychological care, life insurance, My Benefit cafeteria system, including Multisport card co-financing, car park sharing system)
• Membership in Jacobs employee networks (Women’s Network, OneWorld, PRISM, Careers Network, Green Team, Toastmasters, Collectively and others)
• Continuous development opportunities, including a range of professional trainings and certifications (e.g. CIPS), Graduate Development Program, Learners’ Community, self-learning platform

We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disabilities, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave.As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy. ,[Is responsible for procurement and sourcing activity in line with internal and client project needs covering various spend categories , Reviews and negotiates international contracts, Administers purchase orders, including change order processing (creating modifications),contractual compliance, and invoice verification , Evaluates facts surrounding purchase order-related problem areas, determines the most appropriate remedial actions, and implements such actions through available means , Identifies and advises management of procurement agreement related risks, Maintains purchase order and purchasing process documentation, Ensures realized savings tie back to departmental budgets, Performs savings tracking and reports realized savings on a continuous basis, Uses superior interpersonal communications skills to effectively interface with other buyers, stakeholders and functional partners at all levels of the organization] Requirements: Additionally: Sport Subscription, Private healthcare, Language courses, Mentoring program, Career growth, Work-life balance, Flexible working hours, Trainings, Life insurance, International projects, Modern office, Free coffee, Bike parking, Shower, Free parking, In-house trainings.

Expected salary

Location

Polska

Job date

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 22:05:42 GMT

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