Cooper Standard Automotive is seeking an experienced Senior Indirect Purchasing Manager to lead indirect procurement activities for the Corporate, Sealing, Industrial Specialty Group, and/or Fuel & Brake and Fluid Transfer divisions. The selected candidate will manage a team of buyers across the European region and collaborate closely with key business stakeholders. The role involves driving cost‑reduction strategies, analyzing market dynamics, and optimizing purchasing processes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team in executing global and regional commodity strategies while ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration.
• Analyze market dynamics and commodity trends, including raw materials, to ensure cost competitiveness and assess global impacts.
• Increase the use of catalogs for repetitive purchase orders.
• Drive cost savings through the implementation of eAuctions.
• Ensure effective sourcing and timely delivery of goods and services.
• Manage the supply base according to business requirements, cost expectations, and contractual obligations.
• Conduct supplier business reviews to strengthen long-term strategic partnerships and foster continuous improvement.
• Address critical supply chain issues and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Foster a performance-driven team culture, providing coaching and development opportunities.
• Utilize key technologies such as SAP, BI Analytics, Coupa, and Microsoft Office.
• Promote diversity and inclusion within the supply base and team environment.
• Develop and implement sustainable sourcing practices.
• Build a vision of a competitive supplier base and execute this vision while ensuring suppliers meet required standards in cost, quality, delivery, technology, and customer service.

Education and Qualifications

• Proficiency in both Polish and English is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Strong experience in the automotive industry is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in operations, quality, purchasing, or global supplier development.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams through negotiations and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to address complex challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Proven ability to succeed in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.

Work Environment / Conditions

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Self‑motivated, with high integrity and professionalism.
• Exceptional oral and written communication abilities.
• Professional representation of Cooper Standard Automotive.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with operations, finance, legal, and executive leadership.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

We Offer

• A wide range of benefits from the Company Social Benefits Fund.
• Private medical care sponsored by the employer.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Preferential terms for accident insurance (NNW).
• Co‑funding for the Benefit Multisport card.
• Employee Pension Program (PPE after 12 months).
• Contribution towards the purchase of glasses or contact lenses.
• Employer‑sponsored access to the Multi.Life application.
• A wide selection of internal training and mentoring programs.
• HR open-door policy.
• Friendly and supportive work environment.
• Integration and team‑building initiatives.
• Flexible, hybrid working model (one day per week in the office).
• Private parking spaces in the city center.
• Employee discounts at the Sfera Shopping Center in Bielsko‑Biała.
• Modern offices located in the city center with mountain views.
• Relaxation area and unlimited delicious coffee.

Interested?

Please apply and attach the English version of your resume.
We look forward to learning more about your experience!