Paulina Golak
Halifax,UK
Summary
Accomplished professional with over 3 years’ expertise in procurement systems, including SAP Ariba, DocuSign, and Zycus Savings Tool. Skilled in contract management and spend analysis, complemented by strong communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities. Proficient in data analysis and reporting to drive informed decision-making and operational excellence. Proven success in delivering measurable cost savings, supporting tender and RFP activities, improving data quality, and enhancing process efficiency. Committed to leveraging analytical skills to optimize procurement strategies and strengthen organizational performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Contracts Administrator
Anglo American Technical & Sustainability
London, UK
11.2022 - 11.2025
- Led £1.1B contract migration across 495 suppliers using Ariba Contract Management Solution; developing and rolling out a Contract Storage Framework aligned with global standards, reducing processing time by 10%.
- Managed end-to-end procurement activities using SAP Ariba across EMEA and APAC regions, including supplier onboarding, sourcing events, and contract drafting for medium and low-risk vendors.
- Drafted and executed low-value agreements (NDAs, consultancy agreements, amendments, work instructions) across IT, HR, and Professional Services categories.
- Conducted governance checks and managed DocuSign execution, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Supported full tender lifecycle (RFIs/RFPs), preparing documentation, running events in SAP Ariba, and conducting bid analyses.
- Delivered measurable savings through payment term optimization and contributed to reporting of EBITDA and Value Protection savings.
- Enhanced supplier payment performance by 20% through analysis and implementation of on-time payment initiatives.
- Provided system training to new starters and organized team bonding events to foster collaboration.
- Prepared core slides and meeting minutes for team meetings, supporting effective communication.
- Generated spend analysis and SAP Ariba reports, leveraging Power BI and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) to inform procurement decisions and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Contributed to SAP Ariba configuration changes, participating in UAT, incident resolution, and continuous improvement of system functionalities.
- Produced procurement data extracts and performance reports for leadership teams, supporting internal audits and governance compliance tracking.
Recruitment Administrator
Anglo American Technical & Sustainability
London
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Supported the Global Talent Acquisition team with end-to-end administrative coordination.
- Scheduled interviews, managed assessments, and completed pre-employment checks.
- Maintained candidate and compliance data across BOX and Smart Recruiters.
- Acted as SAP super user, resolving system issues and ensuring accurate data maintenance.
Account Executive
Pure Innovations
Brighouse
04.2010 - 03.2022
- Managed design and production project briefs between clients and agencies.
- Oversaw procurement, scheduling, and delivery of POS materials within budget and timelines.
- Liaised with manufacturers to ensure artwork compliance with technical and production specifications.
- Conducted sourcing using Tag MI and secured competitive pricing aligned to commercial targets.
- Managed purchase orders, diaries, schedules, and internal system coordination.
Education
Level 3 Diploma - Business Administration
City & Guilds
3 A-Levels - English, Polish, Social Studies
Minsk Mazowiecki College
Skills
- Procurement Systems: SAP Ariba (Super User), DocuSign, Zycus Savings Tool - 3 years
- Data Analytics and Reporting: Power BI, SAP Analytics - 3 years
- Contract Management and Spend Analysis : Expertise in lifecycle management and cost optimisation – 3 years
- Communication and Stakeholder Collaboration: Strong cross-functional engagement and governance support - 3 years
- Negotiation Skills: Played a key role in negotiating commercial terms and supplier agreements - 3 years
- Project Management: Experienced in planning, coordinating, and delivering procurement projects on time and within scope – 3 years
Languages
English
Fluent
Polish
Native
Affiliations
- Running, Reading Crime Novels, Travelling
Timeline
Contracts Administrator
Anglo American Technical & Sustainability
11.2022 - 11.2025
Recruitment Administrator
Anglo American Technical & Sustainability
03.2022 - 11.2022
Account Executive
Pure Innovations
04.2010 - 03.2022
Level 3 Diploma - Business Administration
City & Guilds
3 A-Levels - English, Polish, Social Studies
Minsk Mazowiecki College