Category Buyer - Indirect Services

About the Position

Category Buyer - Indirect Services

We are looking for a Category Buyer to manage procurement activities across indirect service categories, with a focus on Professional Services, IT Services, Facilities, and HR-related services. In this role, you will lead sourcing initiatives, negotiate commercial agreements, support business stakeholders, and contribute to the development and execution of category sourcing strategies. You will play a key role in delivering cost optimization opportunities, building strong supplier relationships, and ensuring procurement activities support business objectives.

About the Role

We are seeking a Category Buyer for Indirect Services to manage procurement activities, negotiate agreements, and develop sourcing strategies in Poland.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities within assigned indirect service categories
• Lead sourcing events (RFI, RFP, RFQ) and conduct commercial negotiations with suppliers
• Develop and execute category sourcing strategies aligned with business needs
• Partner closely with stakeholders across HR, IT, Facilities, and Finance functions
• Build and manage supplier relationships, including performance and SLA reviews
• Analyze spend, market trends, and cost drivers to identify savings and optimization opportunities
• Support contract negotiations and ensure compliance with procurement policies
• Ensure service quality and value delivery throughout the supplier lifecycle

Requirements

• 3–6+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or buying roles
• Hands-on experience managing indirect procurement categories
• Experience leading sourcing initiatives and commercial negotiations for service-based categories (e.g., IT Services, Professional Services, Facilities, HR Services)
• Strong negotiation and commercial skills
• Ability to build effective relationships with business stakeholders and suppliers
• Understanding of service delivery models, SLAs, and commercial contract structures
• Strong analytical skills, including spend analysis and benchmarking
• Very good English (min. B2 level)

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a global or matrix organization
• Knowledge of procurement tools such as SAP, Ariba, or Coupa
• Exposure to category management methodologies
• Professional procurement certifications (e.g., CIPS) would be an advantage

We Offer

• Hybrid work model – friendly model designed for real work-life balance (max. 2 office days per month, depending on location)
• Feel good at work – passion-sharing meetups, team moments, and initiatives that bring people together
• Grow your skills – courses and certifications (Google Cloud, AWS, ITIL)
• Level up professionally – conferences, expert communities, knowledge hubs
• Private medical care – because feeling safe matters
• Benefits platform – discounts for shopping, cinema, sports, and more
• Stay active your way – co-funding for Multisport + b-active program
• A little extra on special days – gift packages for Easter, Christmas, and Children’s Day
• We appreciate experience – additional days off and Atos Jubilee gifts
• Give back together – charity and eco-friendly initiatives

About the Company

Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 56,000 employees and annual revenue of c. €7.2 billion (at the go-forward perimeter), operating in 54 countries under two brands - Atos for services and Eviden for products and systems. European number one in cybersecurity and a leader in cloud, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries.

Work Model & Location

• Connection Type: CoE
• Location: Bydgoszcz, Poland
• Model: Hybrid

Please submit your CV in English, as it will be reviewed by both local and international stakeholders.

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