Jacek Połącarz

Global Commodity Management / Creation of strategy for chosen commodities Leading machinery / equipment / tooling /other investments sourcings across the plants of Cooper Standard - Creation of global strategy for injection presses (the biggest capex commodity in sealing CS) – creation and coordination of the commodity team, testing of new suppliers for machines and refurbishment, implementation of new sources and negotiations strategy (previous status: single source) - Managing big amount of cases at the same time as a Purchasing Ambassador (managing 60% of European spend + support North America region 2021-2023) - Saving goals exceeded each year – total savings value calculation at the level of 23.000.000 USD (statement: 2024 and increasing) - Several recognitions each year related to savings/negotiations achievements - Proactive and giving many valuable ideas how to improve management processes, cost saving opportunities - implementation of them using different sources and internal / external teams) - High increase of added value related to rebate agreements annually + rearrangement of rules to deliver another profits not considered before - Finding and implementation of new suppliers dedicated for presses, carrier welding, plasma machines, clipping machines, notching tooling and machines, robotized lines, 3d gauges, splicing, extrusion tooling, coating, control tables, construction (most of cases at the beginning of the process: single source suppliers - savings related with implementation of these suppliers with saving score at the level up to 70%) - Another projects implemented with success (locally and globally): Capex spend reduction processes, Improvement and cancellation of orders, Customs savings, Shipment process improvement, Cash flow improvement initiatives, Strategic suppliers development, Mentoring of other teams (especially Indirect Purchasing), Supporting all valuable initiatives, Negotiations of claims, damages

- Managed Capex expenditures for Autoneum's European plants, exceeding savings goals twice and implementing cost-effective vendors. - Identified and onboarded 6 new suppliers for assembly stations and heating tables, leading to increased efficiency and cost savings. - Co-creation of strategy for waterjets, presses, refurbishment processes, relocations and internal transfers. - Collaborated with European teams to ensure successful implementation of new vendors and achieve savings targets.

- Project management for investment and outsourcing area, Maintenance Department resourcing - Managed project buying and sourcing for investment and outsourcing, focusing on European Union innovation program funds. - Strategically negotiated key equipment for research installations, resulting in significant cost savings. - Implemented innovative solutions for extrusion lines, improving safety standards and reducing manual work.

- Led a 10-member team as European Indirect Purchasing Manager (during supervisor maternity leave and other absences), driving cost savings initiatives and negotiations with suppliers. - Achieved significant savings in cutting tools, blue print toolings, PPE and other Indirect categories, exceeding annual savings goals multiple times. - Implemented inventory level calculator to optimize ordering and minimize risks, - Earning recognition as a European Team Player and recipient of multiple Monthly Best Saving Project Awards.

- Led outsourcing of production processes for stamping, coating, and tool room processes, resulting in significant cost savings for the company. Implemented new vendors. - Managed the sales bidding process, contributing to the overall efficiency and profitability of the projects. - Successfully negotiated purchase orders for punching dies and progressive tools, achieving savings of up to 90% and enhancing the company's competitive edge.