Our client is Europe's leading home improvement retailer and the third largest in the world, with nearly 860 stores in 8 countries in Europe and Asia and having market-leading positions in the UK, France, Poland, Turkey and China. For its sourcing office based in Warsaw we are looking for Product Sourcing Manager responsible for sourcing activities in CEE & CIS region and for relationship management with internal clients.
- Conducting market research in order to source new products and vendors.
- Implementation of category 3 years planning and budgeting processes.
- Managing and developing a subcategory team - objective setting, performance management, recruitment processes, staff training and development.
- Following market trends in Europe and attending key trade fairs to maximize awareness of sourcing requirements.
- Monitoring, measuring and developing the capabilities of the vendor base by developing and implementing vendor-specific strategies.
- Close cooperation with Quality Assurance and Supply Chain Departments; ensuring that projects and orders are managed through to completion and delivered on-time.
- Ensuring smooth relationships with customers, in particular taking responsibility for overseeing that buying trip arrangements meet expectations.
- Maximizing value by achieving Group buying synergies across the product category.
- At least 5 years experience in sourcing office in retail sector.
- At least 3 years management experience.
- Knowledge of DIY products would be an asset.
- Higher level of education.
- Strong project management skills.
- Proven coaching and leadership skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet established deadlines.
- Fluent English is required.
- Knowledge of German, Russian or French would be an asset.
Job ref: WRYD7970
