Excess Buyer (Electronics Procurement)

Location: Italy; remote or hybrid across Europe, with a preference for candidates based in Italy

Company

hirify.global is a global digital distributor of electronic components supporting procurement and logistics across communications, consumer electronics, and automotive industries.

What you will do

• Procure electronic components according to supply chain strategy and company policies.
• Negotiate pricing, quantities, delivery schedules, and exclusive deals with OEM and OCM suppliers.
• Build and manage supplier relationships across Italy and Italian-speaking markets while expanding the supplier base.
• Manage excess inventory lists and support OEMs and OCMs in reducing excess inventory.
• Qualify suppliers, maintain supplier profiles and CRM records, monitor delivery performance, and resolve quality issues and discrepancies.
• Cover VRFQs and RFQs, place and follow up purchase orders, use ERP and supply chain systems, and collaborate with sales in weekly calls.

Requirements

• Native-level Italian fluency, written and spoken, and professional English.
• Strong understanding of Italian business culture.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing cost savings and building supplier relationships.
• Clear written and verbal communication with internal teams and global suppliers.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• University degree in any field.

Nice to have

• Experience in the electronic components industry or procurement; for senior candidates, 3–5 years in electronic components is ideal.
• Understanding of the electronics supply chain, including component types, major suppliers, and market dynamics.
• Experience with any ERP system.
• Additional European languages.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote or hybrid work setup across Europe.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and vibrant work culture.
• Employee recognition and rewards program.
• Competitive salary.
• Occasional travel to trade fairs, team meetings, and company events.