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