We are currently looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our dynamic team in Zagreb, Croatia on a 2 year contract.
We are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist with a background in large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project procurement, especially in negotiating contracts related to steel constructions and/or steel raw materials. The selected individual will play a key role in supporting InfaSols EMEA growth, ensuring that all procurement activities are handled efficiently and in line with project timelines and budget constraints.
Responsibilities:
- Follow the procurement process within construction industry with large-scale construction and infrastructure projects experience.
- Negotiate contracts for critical commodities and services.
- Collaborate closely with project managers and engineering teams to align procurement activities with project needs.
- Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Ensure all procurement activities comply with organizational policies and industry regulations.
- Monitor market trends and supplier performance to ensure the best value for the project.
Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field or alternatively a proven record of experience in the area of Supply Chain Management.
- Local language + fluent English language skills (speaking / reading / writing)
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement for large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
- Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful contract management.
- Strong Costing knowledge / principles.
- Exposure to Project Cost management.
- Exposure to / Knowledge of International standards.
- Global Supply Base knowledge.
- Familiarity with steel construction/steel raw materials procurement.
- Excellent communication and project management skills.
What do we offer?
- Access to internal training and external development opportunities
- Coverage of public transportation costs
- UNIQA supplementary health insurance for added security
- Special occasion bonuses (Easter, Christmas, performance-based rewards, and child-related bonuses)
- Free annual health check-up to support your well-being (Croatia Osiguranje)
- Opportunity to sign up for a Multisport card for an active lifestyle
- Fresh fruit delivered 2 times per week for a healthy start to the week
- Referral bonuses as a thank-you for helping us grow our team
- Financial support for new parents with a non-taxable baby bonus
- Assistance in difficult times with a non-taxable allowance for the loss of an immediate family member
- Professional development through mentorship and training
- International teams and dynamic environment
- Contribution to projects of high technical complexity with modern technical challenges
- Full creative and professional freedom
- Flexible working hours
- Positive, casual, friendly, team-based working atmosphere
- Focus on competence development
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent proven supply chain experience
- Local language proficiency
- Fluent English language skills in speaking, reading, and writing
- At least 3 years of procurement experience in large-scale construction or infrastructure projects
- Strong negotiation skills and successful contract management experience
- Strong costing knowledge and principles
- Exposure to project cost management
- Knowledge of international standards
- Global supply base knowledge
- Familiarity with steel construction or steel raw materials procurement
- Excellent communication and project management skills
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