Karolina Olszewska

Took responsibility for both strategic and operational purchasing for direct materials

• Acted as a key interface between operational procurement teams (Poland) and SCM & Strategic Buyer teams (Switzerland), aligning strategies and enhancing operational efficiency.
• Responsible for strategic and operational purchasing, ensuring quality and availability of materials through effective supplier management
• Managed RFQ preparation, implementation, and evaluation, achieving competitive supplier selection and project savings.
• Actively participated in supplier meetings to support issue resolution, process alignment, and introduction of new standards and procedures
• Drove continuous improvement initiatives for new material creation, earning certificate of appreciation for innovation and digitalization.
• Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures to standardize procurement operations.
• Provided training to internal stakeholders on new SCM processes, systems, and best practices.
• Acted as primary contact for project managers and operational teams for procurement‑related escalations, ensuring fast and effective resolution.
• Identified cost‑saving potentials through supplier management, process optimization, and strategic alignment with internal stakeholders.

Developed comprehensive procedure for manufacturing purchases, overseeing order creation and payment processes.

• Maintained constant communication with suppliers to negotiate delivery timelines and conditions.
• Checked order confirmations and resolved discrepancies with production department and suppliers.
• Facilitated daily interactions with external warehouses using logistic tool.
• Managed supplier database in Master data tool, ensuring accurate data entry and updates.
• Acted as primary contact during SAP Reiwa project for system and technical issues at factory.
• Contributed to initiatives aimed at reducing technical problems and enhancing work organization.
• Co-led weekly issue calls with local buyers and management to address challenges.

Supported multiple factories for German departments to ensure operational efficiency.

• Monitored order confirmation processes to maintain timely deliveries.
• Acted as deputy for various plants during buyer's absence, ensuring continuity.