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Requisition ID: 96949

Job Category: Procurement

Location: Katowice, Slaskie, Poland

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. Our Project Delivery Group (PDG) is a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to world‑class project delivery across the globe, leveraging sustainable studies, asset building, and industry‑leading efficiencies. At Hatch, we foster a collaborative culture where every team member contributes through leadership and entrepreneurial spirit.

The Role

• Participate in all phases of the project lifecycle—from planning and initiation through to close‑out of purchasing packages—ensuring timely acquisition of materials and equipment to support engineering and construction management.
• Manage the procurement of tagged, bulk, and engineered materials for projects, including the full cycle of purchase orders: formation, award, administration, and close‑out (local and international) in compliance with project requirements.
• Develop and implement standardized purchasing procedures, templates, and documentation for project use.
• Oversee all purchasing activities to achieve objectives and deliverables, including preparing and approving bidder lists, supporting prequalification processes, collaborating with Package Engineers to verify technical bid documents, securing necessary authorizations, compiling comprehensive bid packages, chairing bidder meetings, managing inquiries, conducting bid openings and analysis, issuing award letters, administering contractual changes, validating progress payments, and ensuring timely and compliant close‑out of all purchase orders per project‑specific requirements.
• When post‑award activities are included in scope, expedite delivery of project equipment/materials and vendor documentation in accordance with purchase order requirements.

What Will You Do

• Manage purchasing activities from project initiation through close‑out, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and equipment.
• Execute purchase order formation, award, administration, and close‑out for local and international orders.
• Develop and implement purchasing procedures and templates.
• Oversee the bidding process: prepare bid documents, chair bidder meetings, manage queries, conduct bid analysis, and issue award recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with project requirements, legislation, and import/export regulations.
• Facilitate purchase order kick‑off meetings, monitor progress payments, and manage contractual changes.
• Expedite materials and vendor documentation post‑award when required.

You Bring To The Role

• Technical or trade qualification in a relevant discipline.
• 12–18+ years of experience as a Buyer, including exposure to both local and international markets.
• Proven track record managing procurement for large‑scale or complex projects.
• Strong technical aptitude with in‑depth knowledge of materials, fabrication processes, and supply chain items.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve quality, cost, and schedule objectives with a strong focus on deliverables.
• Solid understanding of engineering concepts and interdisciplinary dependencies.
• Expertise in procurement, contracting, pre‑operational verification, and commissioning methodologies.
• Familiarity with ISO 9000 and ISO 19011 standards.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with a client‑focused approach.
• Working knowledge of SmartPlant or similar systems is an asset.
• Comprehensive understanding of project execution, including materials management and scheduling.
• Full compliance with all applicable regulations and legislative requirements.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions.
• Top employer.

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment.
• Long‑term career development.
• Think globally, work locally.

We welcome applicants who may not meet every single requirement. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you’re interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don’t perfectly align with the skills we’ve listed.

Were committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. Well do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.