Buyer/Purchasing Agent

For one of our clients - a global engineering and consulting company with Canadian roots - we are currently looking for candidates for the Buyer/Purchasing Agent position to support international projects. The organization has a strong hub in Katowice and delivers projects across industries such as energy, infrastructure, and natural resources. The company combines engineering expertise with a modern approach to data and technology, offering work in a truly international environment.

Location: Katowice (office work).

Your new role :

• Manage purchasing activities from project initiation through close-out, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and equipment.

• Execute purchase order formation, award, administration, and close-out for local and international orders.

• Develop and implement purchasing procedures and templates.

• Oversee the bidding process: prepare bid documents, chair bidder meetings, manage queries, conduct bid analysis, and issue award recommendations.

• Ensure compliance with project requirements, legislation, and import/export regulations.

• Facilitate purchase order kick-off meetings, monitor progress payments, and manage contractual changes.

• Expedite materials and vendor documentation post-award when required

What you'll need to succeed :

• 5+ years of experience as a Buyer, with exposure to both local and international markets.

• English – advanced.

• Proven track record managing procurement for large-scale or complex projects.

• Technical or trade qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Strong technical aptitude with in-depth knowledge of materials, fabrication processes, and supply chain items.

• Demonstrated ability to achieve quality, cost, and schedule objectives with a strong focus on deliverables.

• Solid understanding of engineering concepts and interdisciplinary dependencies.

• Expertise in procurement, contracting, pre-operational verification, and commissioning methodologies.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.

• Comprehensive understanding of project execution, including materials management.

Nice to have:

• Working knowledge of SmartPlant or similar systems.

• Master's/Bachelor's degree in supply chain/logistics.

• Experience in capital projects.

• Familiarity with ISO 9000 and ISO 19011 standards.

What you'll get in return :

• Stable employment based on a full-time employment contract in an established international company.

• Necessary tools and equipment to perform your role.

• Extensive training package.

• Private medical care and life insurance.

• Friendly, international work environment.

• Opportunity to work on large-scale projects in heavy and processing industries.

• Office-based work in a well-connected location in central Katowice.

• Cooperation with international teams.

Interested?Apply!