Service Procurement Coordinator

Ecolab is a global leader in water, hygiene, and energy technologies, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that make a positive impact worldwide. With operations spanning across 170 countries, Ecolab is committed to sustainability, innovation, and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Procurement Data Compliance Team in Cracow is one of three Centers of Excellence in Europe having direct connection with other two in Barcelona and Zurich. Cracow along with Pune hub is one of two bases for European Procurement data operations. Right now, we are looking for a Service Procurement Coordinator to join our Procurement Compliance Team. As a Service Procurement Coordinator you will act as a service gatekeeper and provide necessary support for Healthcare and Life Science plants assuring direct materials availability, accurate service level provided by suppliers and support plants quality complains management. You will be able to work with stakeholders from different departments including Procurement, Research & Development , Marketing, Quality, Planning, Sales, Regulatory Affairs and on different type of materials (raw material, packaging). What You Will Do: Ensuring uninterrupted supply and service to plants by resolving operational issues, managing escalations, mitigating risks, and coordinating responses to critical supply disruptions. Driving supplier performance, quality, and compliance through issue resolution, corrective actions, performance reviews, and structured supplier evaluation processes. Building strong partnerships with plants, operational leaders, and procurement stakeholders by providing visibility, facilitating communication, and representing procurement interests across the organization. Promoting efficiency and long-term performance improvement through data analysis, process optimization, best practice sharing, KPI governance, and proactive risk management initiatives. Leading continuous improvement activities, take an active role in cross-department alignments, optimization projects, etc. Providing training for new members of the team/department. Representing procurement compliance (CSP) on various forums. Conducting in-depth analysis to ensure high level of service to our business partners. Operating as a Subject Matter Expert in your area of responsibility. What You Will Need: Fluent in English verbal and written communication. A second European language will be an advantage. Approx. 4 years work experience in fields like Chemistry, Research & Development, Planning, Procurement, Project Management. High education in Business or related field. Engagement to operate proactively, anticipating possible problems, opportunities, and challenges. Resiliency and ability to adjust to changing variables in the workplace. Open mindset and continuous improvement approach. Excellent communication & presentation skills – self- drivenness, openness to communicate on various levels. Work experience in a multinational/multicultural/ matrix environment will be an advantage. User skills in SAP (MM, PP module) will be an asset. What’s in it For You: Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary (Base pay & Variable Plan) and benefits package (private medical care, life insurance, stock purchase, lunch subsidy, sport cards). Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements with hybrid model of work (approx. 60% from the office and 40% from home) Matrix Organization: Thrive in our matrix organization, working across Europe with various teams and cultural backgrounds. Collaborative Environment: Strong teamwork and diverse interactions. Development Opportunities: Personalized plans with rapid progression Versatile Career Paths: Professional growth supported by active committee for different career levels. Supportive Culture: High employee satisfaction and responsive feedback. Learning and Innovation: Continuous learning and technical training incl. subject matter experts’ trainings, soft skills and management trainings and LinkedIn learning. Relocation Support: Assistance for international candidates and candidates living outside of Krakow. Social events such as family events and charity auctions. Comfortable working environment (Library, relaxation area, casual dress code). Parking space for cars and bikes. About Ecolab At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world. Ecolab’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) reflects our longstanding value of working together to integrate diverse perspectives to challenge ourselves, reach our goals and do what’s right. Apply today and join one of the most ethical companies with over a hundred years of history. Join Ecolab and help us protect what’s vital. #LI-MK2