Lead Buyer at MOL Group

Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Negotiation, Analytical Skills, Business Acumen, Proactivity, Communication, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Category Management, Market Trends, Contract Negotiation, Supplier Relationship Management, Operational Procurement, Performance Management, Continuous Improvement, Documentation, Evaluation

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

Lead Buyer Join us and help us shape the future of procurement! We are looking for a Lead Buyer to strengthen our Procurement team, focusing on MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations). This is a strategic role where you will manage large-scale tenders, implement category strategies, and deliver value across our international operations. About the Role As a Lead Buyer, you will monitor and coordinate procurement procedures, lead tender processes for high-value projects, and ensure compliance with financial, legal, and HSSE standards. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to achieve optimal results and contribute to continuous improvement. Your Responsibilities Performance Management: Prepare sourcing activity reports, achieve KPIs and savings targets, and proactively address issues. Plan-to-Strategy: Monitor market trends, innovations, and technology developments; implement category strategies; contribute to annual procurement planning. Source-to-Contract: Conduct competitive tendering, prepare documentation, facilitate evaluation committees, negotiate contracts, and manage sign-off and implementation. Operational Procurement: Support delivery monitoring, resolve complaints, and manage complex claims. Supplier Relationship Management: Identify and onboard potential suppliers, ensure pre-qualification, and contribute to supplier evaluation. What We Are Looking For Education: University degree (MA/MSc) or College degree (BA/BSc) in Economics, Engineering, or Law. Experience: Minimum 3 years in procurement, supply chain management, or category management. Preferred: Background in manufacturing or SSC operations. Skills: Strong negotiation and analytical skills, business acumen, proactivity, and excellent communication. Languages: English (C1 level); local language is an advantage. IT Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, eProcurement, and ERP systems. Other: B category driving license. Why MOL Group? Work in a dynamic, international environment with real impact on business results. Professional development and career growth in a leading energy company. Competitive compensation and benefits package. At MOL Group, we know that our strength lies in diversity. During the selection process, we provide equal opportunities to all applicants with the appropriate qualifications and work experience, regardless of age, gender, disability, or reduced work capacity, sexual orientation, or ethnicity. At MOL Group, everyone matters. If you have any specific needs related to your reduced work capacity at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform our recruitment team! We are happy to assist.

Responsibilities

As a Lead Buyer, you will manage large-scale tenders and implement category strategies to deliver value across international operations. You will also monitor procurement procedures and ensure compliance with financial, legal, and HSSE standards.