Trainee in Global Purchasing Department

Req ID 90252 | ZF ASP_Gliwice, Poland, ZF Automotive Systems Poland Sp. z o.o.

About the Team

Join ZF's Global Commodity Purchasing Team and gain valuable experience in an international environment. The Fasteners & Formings Commodity Team manages a global supplier network for components that support vehicle production across multiple product lines. As part of a global purchasing organization, the team collaborates closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, Cost Engineering, and Project Management functions across regions to support sourcing and supply chain activities.

As a Trainee in Global Commodity Purchasing, you will become part of this international team, working with colleagues across different functions and locations while gaining hands-on insight into global sourcing processes, supplier management, and business decision-making within a leading technology company. What you can look forward to as Trainee in Global Purchasing Department (m/f/d): Support sourcing and supplier management activities within the Fasteners & Formings commodity area, Assist in analyzing supplier, market and cost development trends, Contribute to cross-functional projects involving Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, Logistics and other business functions, Support preparation of reports, presentations and purchasing-related analyses, Assist with supplier meetings, business reviews and sourcing initiatives, Coordinate and track purchasing-related documentation and agreements, Support data-driven decision-making through information gathering and analysis.

Your profile

as Trainee in Global Purchasing Department (m/f/d): A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related field, Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, A structured and organized approach to work, Good communication and collaboration skills, Practical experience with MS Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint, Good English language skills (minimum B2 level), nice to know other langague (German, Spanish or other), Availability to work full-time.

Why you should choose ZF in Gliwice? Employment contract (full-time) for a fixed term of 15 months and stable employment with a well-established international company; Attractive salary; Hybrid work model: 80/20 during the onboarding period (4 days in the office, 1 day working remotely), followed by a 50/50 hybrid arrangement; Internal training opportunities, including access to LinkedIn Learning and Speexx (language learning platform); Benefits package, including private medical care, a cafeteria benefits platform with a sports card option, employee discounts on products and services, and reimbursement for glasses or contact lenses; Comprehensive onboarding and support in the role, along with diverse development and career growth opportunities.

Be part of our ZF team as Trainee in Global Purchasing Department (m/f/d) and apply now! Contact EWA BRZUSKA Ewa Brzuska | LinkedIn