Graduate Buyer
SITA
Graduate Buyer
SITA
Global travel IT solutions for airlines
We're the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our tech and communication innovations are the secret behind the success of the world's air travel industry.
You'll find us at 95% of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big?
Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.
ABOUT THE ROLE AND THE TEAM
SITA Prague is on the lookout for recent graduates to join our SkyStar Program within the Finance team, initially for a 1-year period, with opportunity to become permanent.
The Graduate- Buyer role will play a key role in supporting the category leads and the sourcing specialists and provide supporting data and MI to create more informed strategies and procurements as well as play a hands-on role in direct sourcing activity, obtaining quotes, supporting RFx`s and E Sourcing activity.
The role will also support on activities such as new supplier set up, procurement due diligence and negotiating statements of work.
This entry-level position offers the opportunity to engage in various activities within our fast-paced global community:
Connecting with Diverse Individuals: Collaborate locally and globally.
Building Skills for Your Career: Develop essential skills tailored to your job stream.
Joining Corporate Projects: Contribute to projects shaping the future of our industry.
Early career talent is our future, and we're thrilled to have you join impactful missions alongside our experts, nurturing your growth with valuable experiences. We can't wait to witness the incredible things you'll achieve with us!
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Working with the category leads across the Hardware and Software categories providing Procurement support on sourcing, contracting and administration activities and tasks.
Carrying out market research to support the creation and maintenance of best practice category strategies & sourcing activity
Support and engagement on procurement elements of new supplier set up and NDA drafting and signature
Providing hands on support to category e sourcing activity – data gathering, supplier shortlisting, RFP / E Sourcing set up
Obtaining quotes and running applicable RFP / RFI activities
Supporting delivery of transformational activities across the Procurement team scope and remit.
Supporting the deployment and active use of I Valua and other new digital tools, including AI adoption.
Active engagement in key programmes such as the 2026 Supplier Management Framework deployment and Smart value.
Provision of timely MI in relation to role scope
Supporting supplier and stakeholder surveys
WHO YOU ARE
University degree at Bachelor level in a finance, business or economic related field.
Good knowledge in MS Office applications such as MS Office, particularly Excel, Power BI
Strong analytical skills for market research and data analysis.
Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English, any other languages will be an advantage
Strong relationship management skills and able to work across culturally diverse teams
Eligible to work in Prague without the need of VISA sponsorship.
We're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We're really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.
🏡 Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs)
⏰ Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans.
🌎 Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.
🌿 Employee Wellbeing: We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.
🚀 Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning!
🙌 Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.
SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.
SITA provides IT and communications solutions for the air transport industry, serving airlines and airports worldwide. Its products cover areas such as passenger check-in, flight operations messaging, baggage tracking, and airport-to-airline communications, all delivered through a global network of integrated software systems and services. The company connects airlines, airports, ground handlers, and other partners to enable smooth travel operations and better customer experiences. What sets SITA apart is its long history (nearly a century) and its deep, industry-wide reach; it focuses on interoperability and end-to-end integration across the entire air transport ecosystem, backed by partnerships and a shared infrastructure rather than standalone products. The company’s goal is to keep building connections that unite the fragmented aviation industry and to deliver better solutions that streamline operations and improve the travel experience for customers.
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