Place of work: Gdansk/hybrid work/2 people

Ref. No.: 2026/09/NPIMaterialProjectManagerNPIProjectBuyer/Gdansk/hybrid work

Responsibilities:

• Leads the supplier selection process from day 1 in R&D projects in cooperation with sourcing end engineering.
• Preparers comprehensive supplier RFQ covering all the angles of supplier selection process.
• Creates materials project plans for R&D projects and acts as project core team member. Leads the NPI sourcing work package from day one to ramp-up and final handshake own factories and external partiers.
• Defines price targets for materials and products in cooperation with Product Business Management.
• Develops and fosters “should costing” methodology for materials and products.
• Runs the materials review process item by item regularly within project and timely reports progress, gaps, and any deviations vs. targets. Plans the supplier capacity for new items to match the desired volumes for ramp-up and volume phase.
• Safeguards successful ramp-ups of new products from materials management point of view.
• Close cooperation with the Head of Strategic Sourcing & Procurement and General Manager.

Key performance indicaors (KPIs):

• Timely and qualitatively prepared materials project plans for R&D project milestones.
• Product Pricing target and realization transparency
• Ramp-up capability and readiness vs. the materials project plans and main project plan.
• Successful volume deliveries with 1^st time correct suppliers and prices.

Requirements:

• Education: Master’s or bachelor’s degree or similar.
• Candidates with experience as a Senior Operational Purchaser or Junior Strategic Purchaser are welcome.
• Proven track record in sourcing and materials project management from relevant industry with mature serial production or roll-out business environment – is an additional asset.
• Combined engineering / commercial background preferred.
• Good knowledge of English, both spoken and written.
• Strong leadership and management skills, Solid project planning skills, Holistic material management skills, High autonomy level in legal language with contracting process, Strong personal skills to challenge status quo for improvements, Excellent and persuasive communication skills,   Ability to maintain a positive attitude and stay motivated under pressure.
• ERP systems experience
• PDM system and structural understanding.
• Data analytics/processing skills
• Should cost methods understanding
• Strong leadership skills to lead in front and take the leadership role.
• High lead project planning and management skills.
• Materials management hands on.
• Very solid and convincing communications skills
• Capability to stay positive and motivated under high pressure.

We offer:

• Work in a dynamic international environment where you can develop your skills and act according to the core values of company Group – Passion, Trust, Respect, Fun, Courage.
• Working with Experts in a global organization that has won numerous international awards for its innovative boat models.
• We are looking for 2 people for a new office in Gdańsk.
• Flexible working times and the possibility of hybrid work – 1 day of remote work per week allowed, 4 days in the office (location near the highway), and flexible start time between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM (8-hour workday).
• The position can also be based at the Słupsk factory if the employee resides in that area.
• Providing company motorboats and electric bikes for use by employees during the season – no rental costs.
• Professional development opportunities – opportunity to participate in internal and external training in line with the established professional development path.
• A comprehensive benefits package: Co-financing for meals / fruit in the office, Private medical care Luxmed, English course and learning other languages on the Etutor platform, Extra day off on your birthday, Group life insurance, Awards and integration meetings.

If you are interested in the job offer, please send your CV in English using the contact form provided.