Matt Foster

Associate Director

Phone number: UK: +44 115 860 2126

Email: [email protected]

Associate Director

Matt Foster, Associate Director, focuses on serving the Business Processing Outsourcing and Shared Service Centre industries in Central and Eastern Europe, building on his 25 years of experience.

Matt has a great passion for developing client-focused recruiters and is highly skilled in tailoring teams, delivery, and processes to satisfy each client’s unique demands.

Reach out to Matt to leverage his expertise and learn more about our offerings to enhance efficiency and meet your business objectives effectively.

Matt’s Interests:

Matt has an interest in winemaking, gardening, motorsport, and his family as a father of four. He also enjoys travelling and has lived in Budapest and the Middle East.

The Middle East was a previous operation remit for Matt where he covered 12 countries in the region.

Associate Director
  • Winemaking
  • Gardening
  • Motorsport
  • Family
  • Travelling

Matt Foster

Associate Director

Phone number: UK: +44 115 860 2126

Email: [email protected]

Matt Foster, Associate Director, focuses on serving the Business Processing Outsourcing and Shared Service Centre industries in Central and Eastern Europe, building on his 25 years of experience.

Matt has a great passion for developing client-focused recruiters and is highly skilled in tailoring teams, delivery, and processes to satisfy each client’s unique demands.

Reach out to Matt to leverage his expertise and learn more about our offerings to enhance efficiency and meet your business objectives effectively.

Matt’s Interests:

Matt has an interest in winemaking, gardening, motorsport, and his family as a father of four. He also enjoys travelling and has lived in Budapest and the Middle East.

The Middle East was a previous operation remit for Matt where he covered 12 countries in the region.

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  • Winemaking
  • Gardening
  • Motorsport
  • Family
  • Travelling

Matt Foster JOBS

312000 PLN, private medical care, insurance, annual bonus + flexible working
Posted 2 months ago
EMEA Recruitment is partnering with the world’s leading food manufacturer, headquartered in Zurich, a purpose-driven company shaping the future of the industry. They are seeking a Global Sanitation Manager to join their SSC team in Lodz, Poland.

Your Key Responsibilities as the Global Sanitation Manager:
  • Manage sanitation standards across all facilities, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, company goals, and best practices
  • Conduct regular facility inspections and audits to assess cleanliness, hygiene, and adherence to sanitation protocols; collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and implement corrective actions
  • Work closely with procurement and quality teams to select and manage suppliers of sanitation products, maintaining strong relationships to ensure consistent quality and service
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize sanitation processes, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency using data-driven insights
  • Stay up to date with sanitation regulations and food safety standards (e.g., FDA, GMP, HACCP), ensuring all facilities remain compliant with relevant guidelines
  • Report directly to senior leadership on sanitation performance, regulatory compliance, and improvement initiatives
About You:
  • 10+ years of experience in sanitation management within a GFSI-certified food manufacturing environment
  • Strong expertise in sanitation processes, regulations, and program development
  • Proven leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Certifications in HACCP, PCQI, or similar food safety standards
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (~50%)
  • Experience with food safety audits, clean equipment swabs, and sanitation-related programs such as GMPs, allergen control, and pest management

What Our Client Is Offering You:
  • Annual bonus based on performance
  • Lunch card
  • Private medical care with Lux Med
  • Co-financed Fit Profit sports card
  • PPE for your retirement savings
  • Cafeteria program as part of the Social Fund
  • Group life insurance
  • Flexible work hours between 7 AM and 10 AM for a better work-life balance

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
180000, private medical care, insurance + flexible working
Posted 2 months ago
EMEA Recruitment is partnering with the world’s leading food manufacturer headquartered in Zurich, a purpose-driven company shaping the industry\'s future. They now seek an Indirect Procurement Specialist to join their SSC team in Lodz, Poland.

Key Responsibilities of the Indirect Procurement Specialist:
  • Manage all indirect spend (Opex and Capex), focusing on short-term cost-saving opportunities through spot-buy reductions and long-term improvements via strategic sourcing activities
  • Represent the Sourcing Department in both technical and non-technical indirect spend, promoting procurement practices and highlighting the added value sourcing brings to the business
  • Act as a go-to expert on purchasing processes, providing guidance to internal stakeholders and customers
  • Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships aimed at cost reduction and inefficiency elimination throughout the procurement cycle, and alignment with the company’s core values.
  • Conduct market analysis to identify supplier optimization opportunities in line with company sourcing policies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create strategies and tactics that give a competitive edge in technology and cost efficiency
About You:
  • 3-5 years of experience in indirect spend
  • Proficient in MS Office (Excel), SAP, or Maximo
  • Fluent in English (B2 level or higher)
  • Strong understanding of purchasing processes
  • Excellent negotiation and analytical skills

What Our Client Offers:
  • Annual bonus based on performance
  • Lunch card
  • Private medical care with Lux Med
  • Co-financed Fit Profit sports card
  • PPE for your retirement savings
  • Cafeteria program as part of the Social Fund
  • Group life insurance
  • Flexible work hours between 7 AM and 10 AM for a better work-life balance

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
Private medical care, insurance, pension plan, meal passes, discount for company products
Posted 2 months ago
EMEA Recruitment is supporting an international manufacturing company in its search for a Dutch-speaking Coupa Implementation Specialist to join their SSC team in Lodz, Poland.
 
Your key responsibilities as the Coupa Implementation Specialist:
  • Participating in the local implementation of global initiatives and the Coupa system, suggesting and testing new solutions. You will collaborate with the business to create new strategies and tactics to improve daily work
  • Manage the indirect spend area, focusing on short-term and long-term opportunities (strategic sourcing)
  • Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, actively seeking opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency, generate revenue through productivity initiatives, or expand geographical coverage and product portfolios
  • Performing operational procurement tasks
  • Managing contracts, driving contract and price negotiations, and preparing and conducting tenders for the categories in scope
 
About you:
  • 5+ years of experience in a similar Indirect Procurement role
  • Fluency in English and Dutch (min. B2/C1 level)
  • Advanced Excel skills, SAP and Coupa Source-to-Pay tool experience
  • Excellent purchasing skills (negotiations, stakeholder management etc.)
  • University degree or training relevant to procurement would be an advantage
 
What\'s in it for you:
  • Private medical care
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement pension plan
  • Integration events
  • Chill out zone with gym, video games and more
  • Meal passes
  • Special discount for company products
  • Flexible working time
 
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
Private medical care, insurance, pension plan, meal passes, discount for company products
Posted 2 months ago
EMEA Recruitment is supporting an international manufacturing company with the recruitment of Dutch-speaking Indirect Purchasing Specialists to join their SSC team in Lodz, Poland.
 
Your key responsibilities as an Indirect Purchasing Specialist:
  • Acting in the indirect spend area, focusing on both short-term and long-term opportunities (strategic sourcing)
  • Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Actively seeking opportunities to reduce costs & improve efficiency
  • Collaborating with the business to develop strategies and tactics that provide the company with a competitive advantage in technology or cost
  • Performing operational procurement tasks
  • Managing contracts, driving contract and price negotiations, and preparing and conducting tenders for the categories in scope
  • Supporting the local implementation of global initiatives and the Coupa system

About you:
  • 3-5 years of experience in a similar position (Indirect Procurement)
  • Fluency in English and Dutch (min. B2/C1 level)
  • Advanced Excel skills, and SAP tool experience
  • Excellent purchasing skills (negotiations, stakeholder management etc.)
  • University degree or training relevant to procurement would be an advantage
  • Coupa Source-to-Pay experience would be beneficial

What\'s in it for you:
  • Private medical care
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement pension plan
  • Integration events
  • Chill out zone with gym, video games and more
  • Meal passes
  • Special discount for company products
  • Flexible working time
 
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
PLN 288000 + benefits + annual bonus + flexible working
Posted 4 weeks ago
EMEA Recruitment is partnering with a world-leading food manufacturer, headquartered in Zurich, a purpose-driven company shaping the industry\'s future. Our client is seeking a Logistics Procurement Category Manager to join their SSC team in Lodz, Poland.

Your Key Responsibilities as the Logistics Procurement Category Manager:
  • Manage contracts and relationships with third-party logistics providers to ensure alignment with company goals and performance standards
  • Lead tenders for logistics categories, engaging relevant stakeholders and securing optimal terms and conditions
  • Conduct market research, analyze data, and negotiate agreements to maximize cost efficiency and finalize favorable contracts
  • Monitor service provider performance, market trends, and regulatory changes to maintain compliance and service quality
  • Contribute expertise to strategic projects (e.g., footprint analysis, cost efficiency initiatives) and implement best purchasing practices

About You:

  • 6+ years in transportation sourcing or purchasing, with a focus on Indirect Spend
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher; project management experience preferred
  • Strong skills in negotiation, supplier management, and procurement
  • Analytical abilities with a proven track record in cost analysis, budgeting, and reporting
  • Fluent in English
  • Experience with e-procurement platforms and logistics systems is an asset

What Our Client Is Offering You:
  • Annual bonus based on performance
  • Lunch card
  • Private medical care with Lux Med
  • Co-financed Fit Profit sports card
  • PPE for your retirement savings
  • Cafeteria program as part of the Social Fund
  • Group life insurance
  • Flexible work hours between 7 AM and 10 AM for a better work-life balance

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
300 000 PLN gross + stock purchase program + private medical care
Posted 2 weeks ago
EMEA Recruitment is working with an international company providing cleaning and environmental solutions, which is looking for a Supply Chain FP&A Manager for its Kraków-based FP&A team.

Responsibilities of the Supply Chain FP&A Manager:
  • Manage actuals, forecasts, and annual budgets for Supply Chain operations, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and organizational priorities
  • Build, mentor, and guide a high-performing team of Analysts, fostering collaboration and professional growth
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost optimization and process efficiency
  • Partner with Procurement, Logistics, and Operational teams to provide financial insights and support decision making
  • Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards to senior management, highlighting performance metrics, risks, and improvement opportunities
Requirements:
  • 6+ years of experience in Supply Chain Finance or FP&A, including managerial roles in global environments
  • Proven leadership skills with a focus on developing and inspiring teams
  • Advanced financial modelling, data analysis, and problem-solving abilities
  • Expertise in ERP systems and integrating data from diverse sources for unified reporting
  • Bachelor\'s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field - MBA or CPA preferred, with fluency in English (additional languages are a plus)
Benefits: 
  • Stock purchase program
  • Private medical care for you and your family
  • Life insurance
  • Attractive remuneration based on your experience and skills 
  • Lunch subsidy
  • Other financial benefits, such as an annual and Christmas bonus
  • On-site training allowing you to learn, grow, and shape your career
  • Social events, such as family events and charity auctions
  • Comfortable working environment (library, relaxation area, casual dress code)
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.