Junior Procurement Specialist, German

ABB

Junior Procurement Specialist managing end-to-end procurement activities using SAP while ensuring compliance and effective communication. Supporting supplier lifecycle and operational performance in a hybrid work model.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeKrakow • 🇵🇱 PolandJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational procurement and supply chain processes, with a strong focus on compliance and effective communication with suppliers and stakeholders. Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Excel for tracking procurement activities and reporting.

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Operational ProcurementSAP ProficiencyMicrosoft Excel ExpertiseSupply Chain ManagementBusiness English and German Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Operational ProcurementSupply Chain ProcessesSAPSAP AribaProcurement Data ReportingProcess Tracking

Soft Skills

Customer Service OrientationProblem-SolvingTeamworkCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

Industry Keywords

ProcurementLogisticsPurchase Order ProcessGoods ReceiptSupplier Lifecycle Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of purchasing and logistics-related activities in the Procurement function.
Execute assigned activities as per ABB standard procedures.
Manage the end-to-end PR to PO process for procurement activities in SAP, ensuring compliance.
Monitor open purchase orders, coordinate Goods Receipt (GR) activities, and support invoice processing.
Track procurement processes and operational performance, creating and maintaining reports.
Maintain effective communication with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
Support supplier lifecycle activities, including registration and qualification.
Execute purchasing and logistics-related changes within the assigned scope.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proficient in business English (B2/C1) and German (B2/C1)
Highly skilled in operational procurement and supply chain processes
Experience in operational procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management
Enhanced knowledge of SAP; hands-on experience with SAP Ariba is a strong advantage
Highly adept in Microsoft Excel and comfortable with procurement data, reporting, and process tracking
Passionate about customer service and innovative around problem-solving, teamwork, and building effective relationships
Proactive, flexible, and solution-oriented approach, with strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Enjoy a stable employment in a company with a long history in innovation and technology.
Collaborate with experienced experts in an international environment.
Seize individual development and training opportunities, from job specific to soft skills.
Private medical care (including offers for family members) and life insurance.
Receive attractive remuneration based on your experience and skills, and other financial benefits, such as annual bonus and internal share purchase program.
Choose from various benefits in kind, ranging from healthy lifestyle offerings, to knowledge sharing, to teambuilding activities.