Purchasing Specialist

About the Company: VARIANTICO ES is expanding its operations to Poland. We are seeking a proactive and entrepreneurialminded individual to join our team as a strategic sourcing specialist. The ideal candidate will not only source products from the EU and China but also strategize on their saleability and seek new products that align with our stores theme.

Tasks

• Conduct procurement activities including sourcing negotiating prices and contracting with suppliers from the EU and China.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to ensure costeffectiveness and quality of products.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand product requirements and specifications.
• Analyze market trends and supplier capabilities to identify new sourcing opportunities.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain supplier relationships to ensure continuity of supply.
• Evaluate and manage supplier contracts including terms and conditions pricing and delivery schedules.
• Identify and implement costsaving initiatives and process improvements in procurement operations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies procedures and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities.

Requirements

• Fluency in English and Ukrainian/Russian is a must.
• Experience in Ecommerce is a must.
• Experience in startups will be a big plus.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret market data and trends.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software.