Strategic Project Buyer (Manufacturing)

TL;DR

Strategic Project Buyer (Manufacturing): Purchasing materials, parts, and services for industrial technology solutions with an accent on supplier negotiations and cost efficiency. Focus on optimizing delivery terms, managing commercial agreements, and supporting R&D-related procurement within a production environment.

Location: Legnago, Italy

Company

A global industrial technology manufacturing company specializing in solutions for the safe and efficient transfer of electrical energy.

What you will do

• Purchase materials, parts, and services according to company policies and procedures.
• Analyze supplier quotations and lead negotiations to achieve competitive pricing and commercial terms.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through supplier reviews and pricing analysis.
• Manage pricing revisions, order cancellations, and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm delivery schedules and ensure operational continuity.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of experience in a similar procurement role.
• Mandatory background in production companies.
• Experience working within large multinational corporations.
• Fluency in Italian is mandatory.
• Good command of English for daily professional communication.

Nice to have

• Experience in the automotive industry.
• Exposure to R&D-related procurement activities.
• Proficiency with SAP.
• Project Management experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Dedicated opportunities for employee growth and professional development.
• Inclusive work environment based on collaboration and respect for global perspectives.