Local Procurement Manager

As a market leader in filtration technology, our partner delivers world-class products for the automotive industry, pharmaceutical sector, and cleanroom air purification solutions. The company's values are teamwork, open communication, and continuous development.

We are looking for a Local Procurement Manager to join the team in Polgárdi and take ownership of all site-related procurement activities, ensuring cost efficiency, process compliance, and strong supplier relationships.

Tasks:

Manage full procurement of production and non-production materials for the site (excluding logistics scope)

Act as the first procurement contact for all local and supplier-related topics and escalations

Maintain strong collaboration between the local site and the regional procurement lead

Support supply chain and operational teams with all procurement-related matters

Conduct RFQs, tenders, and auctions; evaluate offers and approve purchase orders

Ensure adherence to corporate procurement policies and standards

Lead or support local supplier change and improvement projects as part of the "Change Committee"

Maintain and update procurement documentation, contracts, and supplier databases in SAP

Prepare cost analyses, performance reports, and KPI tracking for senior management

Supervise and coordinate the work of one procurement administrator

Drive continuous improvement and cost efficiency initiatives across the site

Requirements

University degree in Business Administration, Business Engineering, or a related field (mandatory)

Minimum 4 years of relevant procurement experience in an international industrial or manufacturing environment

Strong SAP and SAP BW knowledge (SAP HANA experience is a plus)

Solid understanding of RFQ, tender management, and supplier performance processes

Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English (spoken & written)

Advanced analytical and project management skills

Confident handling of conflicts and issue resolution

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Willingness to travel occasionally (approx. 4–5 times per year to Germany or Austria, weekdays only)

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Cafeteria benefit: SZÉP card

Company car

Flexible, family-friendly working environment

Annual company events, including fruit and ice cream days

Opportunity to work in a dynamic, international team and contribute to global procurement excellence