About this role
Req ID 92288 | Częstochowa, Poland, ZF Automotive Systems Poland Sp. z o.o.
About the Team
Are you ready to kick‑start your career in a dynamic, international environment? Working in our team is not only a challenge, but also an opportunity for professional development and cooperation with local and global experts. The Global Purchasing Department - Commodity Castings Team is responsible for developing and implementing global sourcing strategies for Iron Casting, Gravity Aluminum Casting and Extrusion Casting . The team manages supplier relationships, negotiates commercial agreements, drives cost optimization initiatives, and ensures a reliable, high-quality supply base that supports the company's global production and innovation goals Join our Trainee Program in Global Purchasing Department - Commodity Castings and take your first steps!
What you can look forward to as Trainee in Global Purchasing Department - Commodity Castings (m/f/d): Support sourcing and supplier management activities within the Casting 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 - Commodity Castings (m/f/d): Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Economics or a related field; Analytical skills with attention to details; Practical use of MS-Office (Excel and PowerPoint); Communication skills and openness to learn; Good knowledge of English (at least B2 for everyday business communication); Interest in the use of AI tools supporting business processes; Driving license (some travels are expected) and availability to work full-time.
Why you should choose ZF in Częstochowa? 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 - Commodity Castings (m/f/d) and apply now! Contact EWA BRZUSKA