Doka

Strategic Buyer Area Europe (m/f/d)

Doka  •  Republic of Poland (Onsite)  •  8 days ago
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Job Description

As a leading provider of formwork and scaffolding solutions, we understand the challenges our customers face. Our more than 9,000 employees in 58 countries and 160 locations on 5 continents go the extra mile with passion and dedication. Various construction projects worldwide are proof of this. Realize your potential in a supportive, high-performance work environment that is focused on continuous growth. Let's shape the future together.

If you are passionate about what you do, have an inner drive to succeed, a desire to learn and grow from your experiences, then this is your opportunity to step up to a challenge!

Main responsibilities

1. Source to Contract Procurement Execution

  • Execute sourcing activities, including tenders, RFQs and supplier proposals
  • Evaluate supplier proposals and conduct negotiations
  • Ensure procurement decisions meet operational specifications and stakeholder needs
  • Manage supplier selection and documentation in compliance with Procurement standards

2. Contract & Compliance Management

  • Maintain contract documentation, approvals and references in relevant systems
  • Ensure supplier compliance with contractual obligations and PCM policies
  • Support contract renewal and amendment processes
  • Collaborate with Category Managers in Headquarters as well as the global Procurement team

3. Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Work closely with internal stakeholders to clarify technical specifications, operational requirements and timelines
  • Ensure procurement activities enable smooth operations and supply continuity
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to balance cost, quality and risk objectives within the Area Europe

4. Process Improvement & Localization

  • Identify opportunities to optimize the Source to Contract procurement process
  • Implement process improvements in collaboration with global Procurement and the Area Europe team
  • Develop localized area strategies for products or categories not covered by global strategies
  • Support adoption of best practices, tools and templates within the Area Europe

5. System & Data Management

  • Maintain procurement system records, supplier data and sourcing documentation
  • Ensure accurate input for reporting and analytics
  • Support digital initiatives and automation efforts within Source to Contract processes

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement or related field
  • 3–5 years of professional experience in procurement, preferably with strategic responsibility
  • Experience in tender management, RFQs and supplier evaluation
  • Familiarity with contracts, compliance and procurement systems (SAP preferred)
  • Strong understanding of sourcing and Source to Contract processes
  • Strong communication skills in English — oral and written — across multiple audiences including suppliers, internal teams and management; German is a plus
  • Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills incl. ability to clarify requirements and communicate effectively with stakeholders
  • Proactive, solution-oriented and accountable
  • Willingness to travel within Europe

Additional Information

A salary in line with the market is offered for this position, which is based on the specific qualification and adequate professional experience.

We are looking forward to your application (CV & motivation letter).

Doka

About Doka

Doka is a world leader in providing innovative formwork, solutions and services in all areas of construction. The company is also a global supplier of well-thought-out scaffolding solutions for a varied spectrum of applications. With more than 160 sales and logistics facilities in over 58 countries, Doka has a high-performing distribution network for advice, customer service and technical support on the spot and ensures that equipment is provided swiftly – no matter how big and complex the project is. Doka employs about 8.000 people worldwide and is a company of the Umdasch Group, which has stood for reliability, experience and trustworthiness for more than 150 years.

Countless building objects around the world bear witness to what has defined Doka for so long: being a strong and trustworthy partner in the construction industry. Providing solutions for formwork and scaffolding, we understand the challenges our customers face. Knowing what it takes for a construction project to succeed, we work passionately no matter how big or small a project is. Performance on-site begins with having the right quantity of formwork and scaffolding in place at the right time. For us that is beyond question. Continuously improving our solutions, we are ready to go the extra-mile for successful project outcomes for our customers.

Find out more: www.doka.com

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Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Amstetten, AT
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
doka.com
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