Device Trading Manager (Telecoms) Europe

ph3Device Trading Manager (Telecommunications) /h3pLocation: Milan, Italy – Hybrid working with time in the Milan office and the flexibility to work from home. /ppBusiness Unit: Supply Chain, Employment Type: Permanent, Reports to: Supply Chain Manager Europe. /ph3Rationale for the Role /h3pThis role is an exciting opportunity to shape purchasing and trading activity across Europe. As a key member of the European supply chain team, you will manage device sales opportunities and purchasing requirements across external and internal channels, work closely with supply chain operations, commercial teams and supplier partners to ensure products are available at the right time, at the right value and in line with client and business needs. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3ulliForecast, plan and manage purchasing activity across European channels in line with customer demand and business priorities. /liliBuild effective supplier relationships and support continuous improvement in quality, fulfilment and service through regular performance feedback. /liliNegotiate purchase/sale pricing and commercial terms across product types, tracking value delivered across suppliers and categories. /liliManage purchase/sales administration, stock ageing and device lifecycles to help reduce obsolescence and maximise commercial value. /liliDevelop demand planning approaches that support timely procurement and effective inventory decisions. /liliProactively identify device sales opportunities, partner with commercial teams on new business opportunities, providing clear analysis and supply‑chain input. /liliSupport sales and revenue performance by using data, market insight and commercial judgement to improve efficiency and manage risk. /liliContribute ideas and improvements that support new channels, evolving product requirements and changing customer needs. /li /ulh3Required Qualifications Experience /h3ulliExperience in supply chain trading, purchasing, procurement, commercial trading or a related field. /liliExperience working in the telecommunications, mobile phone or consumer electronics market is essential, particularly where you have used market insight to identify trends or opportunities. /liliExperience negotiating pricing, commercial terms or service agreements with suppliers or partners. /liliStrong analytical skills, with confidence using data to support decisions, explain recommendations and track commercial outcomes. /liliA collaborative communication style and the ability to build trusted relationships with colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders across different countries and cultures. /liliGood working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, with the ability to organise, interpret and present data clearly. /liliProfessional working proficiency in English. Additional European language skills, such as Italian, Hungarian, German, Spanish or French, would be an advantage. /liliOrganised, detail‑focused, comfortable working with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, able to communicate clearly, manage priorities and use Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook to support daily activities and reporting. /liliEnjoys working collaboratively, can adapt to changing priorities and is comfortable sharing ideas that help improve how we work. /li /ulh3Pay, Benefits and Development /h3ulliFull‑time base salary range: €42,100 – €54,800 based on 14 salary instalments. /liliFull‑time is classed as 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. /liliBonus or variable pay: 10% performance bonus based on 70% company and 30% individual performance. Paid March 2027 (pro‑rated). /liliHybrid working arrangement with flexibility to work from home and from the Milan office. /liliCompany laptop and mobile phone. /liliLocal benefits package aligned to the Italian market, including meal vouchers, state pension. /liliWellbeing and employee support programmes. /liliOngoing learning and development opportunities to support your growth. /liliCollective Labour Agreement (CCNL). This position is governed by applicable provisions of the ANIA as required under Italian employment legislation. /li /ulh3Equal Opportunity Pay Transparency /h3pAssurant is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on objective, job‑related, and gender‑neutral criteria. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated fairly and with respect. In accordance with the EU Pay Transparency Directive and applicable Italian legislation, compensation information is provided prior to the interview process and recruitment decisions are based on objective and gender‑neutral criteria. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr