As the Sourcing Excellence Lead – PO, you will play a pivotal role in driving Sourcing Excellence initiatives and projects within Poland, as part of the Global Sourcing Excellence Organization. You will be responsible for maintaining a best-in-class sourcing practice by applying advanced sourcing processes, techniques, tools, and practices.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Global Head Sourcing Excellence on strategic decisions, organizational priorities, and operational challenges.
• Analyze data and trends to provide insights, support decision-making, and develop action plans.
• Participate in executive meetings, track key performance metrics, and ensure follow-up on critical initiatives.
• Lead and manage cross-functional projects and initiatives from inception through execution, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Facilitate regular progress reviews, identify roadblocks, and coordinate resources to maintain project momentum.
• Identify areas for process optimization, standardization, and improved workflow across various departments.
• Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and operational effectiveness.
• Oversee the creation and management of dashboards, reports, and other tools for monitoring performance and accountability.

Leading Regional Sourcing Excellence Initiatives:

• Analyze existing sourcing processes with a focus on supply chain and procurement inefficiencies, identifying opportunities for improvement.

• Design and implement optimized sourcing processes that align with global standards and regional supply chain needs.

Process Improvement and Automation:

• Utilize prompt engineering skills to enhance the automation and efficiency of sourcing and procurement processes.

• Ensure that new processes deliver measurable benefits, such as cost reductions, improved efficiency, and enhanced sourcing outcomes.

Collaboration and Change Management:

• Collaborate with Regional Management teams, including Supply Chain and Procurement Leads, to address deficiencies in sourcing practices.

• Facilitate cross-functional teams to drive the adoption of new sourcing processes, tools, and techniques.

• Develop and execute change management strategies to support the successful implementation of new processes.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the effectiveness of sourcing and procurement processes.

• Regularly report on process performance to Global Sourcing Excellence leadership.

Training and Development:

• Provide training and support to sourcing and procurement teams on new processes, tools, and prompt engineering techniques.

• Conduct onboarding sessions for new sourcers and procurement specialists, ensuring they are familiar with the company’s sourcing methodologies and tools.

Risk Management and Compliance:

• Identify and mitigate risks associated with sourcing activities to ensure compliance with regulatory and client standards.

• Ensure that sourcing and procurement teams adhere to the company’s internal controls and standards.

Global Sourcing Excellence Initiatives:

• Co-design and lead the implementation of global Sourcing Excellence initiatives, with a strong emphasis on procurement best practices.

• Ensure that the company’s Sourcing Community operates according to the latest Target Operating Model (TOM), including clear roles, team setups, and communication strategies.

• Collaborate with key stakeholders, including the Regional Management, Regional Client Account Managers, and Global Sourcing Leads, to drive sourcing and procurement excellence initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Business English – good written and verbal communication skills; French or German are highly appreciated

Proven Experience and Expertise:

• Experience in Project Management with a strong Focus on Analytics, Processes and Tools. Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking abilities.
• Expertise in prompt engineering and the application of AI-driven tools to enhance sourcing and procurement processes.

Leadership and Collaboration Skills:

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, particularly within supply chain and procurement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Attributes and Mindset:

• Proactive, hands-on, and results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and organizational needs.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, particularly in AI and automation.
• A curious mindset and willingness to learn new ways of working