Our partner, Vitra, is a Swiss family-owned company that has been shaping homes, offices and public spaces through the power of design for more than 70 years. As part of strengthening its regional sourcing capabilities and to shape its supplier network in Central & Eastern Europe, the company is expanding its presence through the Vitra Competence Center in Szombathely and is looking for a technically strong sourcing professional to join the team.
 
They are looking forward to your application for the following position:
 
SOURCING MANAGER CEE / SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST (F/M/D)
 
Your responsibilities:
  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers across the CEE region for direct materials and production-related components (e.g. plastics, metal, wood, textiles, leather)
  • Conduct technical supplier assessments and audits to evaluate manufacturing capabilities, quality standards, scalability, and reliability
  • Support the gradual development of a competitive and resilient supplier base in the region
  • Work closely with Strategic Procurement, Quality, Logistics, and other functions — actively influencing supplier selection, performance, and integration decisions
  • Monitor regional market developments, cost trends, and supply risks, proactively identifying sourcing opportunities
  • Travel regularly within Hungary and the CEE region (typically 1–2 days per week depending on project needs)
Requirements for the position:
  • Solid experience (min. 5 years) in sourcing, supplier development, or procurement within a manufacturing or industrial environment
  • Fluent in German or/end English 
  • Strong technical understanding of materials and production processes (plastics, metal, wood, textiles, leather or similar)
  • Experience working with or developing suppliers in Central & Eastern Europe
  • Ability to work independently and structured in a regional role with high autonomy
  • Strong communication skills and confident action with suppliers and internal stakeholders across functions and cultures
  • Willingness to travel within CEE area
Preference:
  • Eastern European language skills 
What they offer:
  • Stable, long-term employment 
  • Home Office
  • Permanent employment contract 
  • Cafeteria system 
  • Year-end bonus
Location: Hungary (Szombathely or Budapest/remote work), with regional travel
 
Application process:
Please send your preferably photo-included Hungarian and English-language CV by clicking the “APPLY” button below.
 
What happens after your application:
Your application will be forwarded to our partner. The further steps of the selection process will be coordinated directly by them, and you may be contacted by the client regarding the next stages.