GLOBAL COMMODITY MANAGER - ENGINEERING TECHNICAL AREA

ph3The Client /h3pOur client is an international industrial group backed by global PE. In the last 6 years they have doubled up the top line up to 2Bn€ (2025), tripled their profitability, established their presence in 28 countries, consolidated their manufacturing footprint across 70+ production sites and distribution centers, employing almost 6000 people. Their portfolio (25000 products across BUs) is sold in 132 countries, positioning the group as a leader in attractive premium niche markets. /ppA key enabler of their growth path has been a structured Procurement organization: that has been built to evolve into a strategic, “best-in‑class” function, definitely a strategic partner to the business, across multiple Business Units. /ppAs part of its ongoing development, the company is looking for a Global Commodity Manager – Engineering Technical Area (GCM), who will be responsible for the global management of technical procurement categories, with a cross‑BU scope covering CAPEX, OPEX and MRO. /ph3Position – The role: /h3pThe Global Commodity Manager (CPO-2) will report to the Procurement Director - Indirect (CPO-1) andwill be responsible for defining and implementing sourcing strategies across the Technical Procurement area, ensuring competitiveness, value creation, cost optimization and supplier performance improvement across the Group. /ppThe role will manage a team of 2 resources (1 strategic buyer and 1 buyer) and will work in close cooperation with Operations, Finance, Controlling and other key stakeholders. /ppThe position covers categories including: /pulliCAPEX investments (civil works, infrastructure, machinery and industrial equipment) /liliOPEX technical spend (maintenance services, technical consulting and external contractors) /liliMRO categories (maintenance materials, spare parts, and related services) /li /ulh3Key Objectives and Responsibilities: /h3pDirect responsibilities will include: /pulliConvey distinctive engineering skills to role, in order to maintain and further enhance the capabilities of procurement to buy capex and sustain the company growth trajectory, world wide /liliConnect with the organisation: all Plants ww, as well as Operations and Legal to define technical specs and tenders, in Italy and abroad, and deploy the commodity strategy and sourcing programs for the whole Engineering | Technical Procurement area. /liliDevelop supplier strategies and supplier performance improvement programs. Supply base predominant in Europe. /liliManage supplier selection, scouting, benchmarking and sourcing optimization initiatives. /liliLead RFQ/RFP processes, offer analysis and alignment, commercial negotiations and contract finalization in cooperation with Legal. /liliCoordinate cost optimization and value creation initiatives with internal stakeholders: Operations, Finance and Controlling. /liliContribute to maintain the distinctive best-in‑class position of Procurement as best‑in‑class player. Organize and facilitate workshops with suppliers and internal stakeholders aimed at identifying best practices, innovation opportunities, Value Engineering and Design‑to‑Value initiatives. /liliApply all main Procurement technicalities, including (TCO, nego-booklet, open-book logic, make VS buy, Nego strategy, risk-management, vendor-rating), and Drive recurring cash‑improvement programs with suppliers, including payment terms optimization and cost reduction initiatives (reverse factoring, confirming, PCG, bank guarantee, consignment stock). /liliConduct periodic Business Review Meetings with strategic suppliers, involving the relevant internal stakeholders (Operations, Finance, Controlling). /li /ulh3In addition, the role requires: /h3ulliManagement of technical projects and procurement-related initiatives through structured PMO methodologies, includingscope critical analysis, Gantt, and cost analytics /liliCoordination of periodic technical review meetings focused on expenditure monitoring, scope validation and project progress analysis. /liliCollaboration with suppliers, engineering firms, designers and internal functions throughout project execution. /liliIndependent evaluation of business cases (volumes, optimal use of raw materials and energy, reduction in waste, optimisation of FTEs) supporting new CAPEX investments and productivity improvement initiatives, including efficiency, energy optimization, waste reduction, FTE optimization and Industry 4.0/5.0 projects. /li /ulh3Requirements (“Must have”): /h3ulliTechnical degree required, preferably in Engineering /liliProven seniority (10+ years’ experience) in context where Engineering and Procurement are strictly connected; the mix implies impeccable Engineering skills, with best possible knowledge of Procurement. The position has been designed with flexibility to onboard people with different track, yet with same ambition to contribute to the value creation. /liliExperience in managing engineering / technical procurement categories across CAPEX, OPEX and MRO. /liliExperience coordinating technical projects and cost optimization initiatives. /li /ulh3Procurement Knowledge and experience including: /h3ulliTCO methodologies /liliNegotiation strategies and negotiation booklets /liliOpen-book costing approaches /liliMake-or-buy analyses /liliRisk management /liliVendor rating and supplier performance management /liliSupplier relationship management and sourcing optimization /liliProcurement ERP and SRM platforms such as SAP, Alyante, Navision, D365 and Jaggaer is considered a plus. /li /ulh3Additional competencies that will be considered of value: /h3ulliKnowledge of industrial manufacturing processes and plant engineering (ideally within paper, self‑adhesive or comparable manufacturing sectors) /liliFamiliarity with cash‑improvement tools such as reverse factoring, confirming, parent company guarantees, bank guarantees and consignment stock /liliKnowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards /liliUnderstanding of the European Machinery Directive and related international regulations /liliKnowledge of Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies /liliFamiliarity with industrial technical regulations such as PED and ATEX /li /ulh3Key Skills will include: /h3pThe ideal candidate combines Engineering | Technical background and Procurement expertise with the ability to operate effectively in complex, international and cross-functional environments. Key skills include: /pulliStrong teamworking and stakeholder management capabilities /liliStructured approach to project and supplier management /liliAbility to challenge suppliers and drive performance improvements /liliStrong analytical and negotiation skills /liliCapability to coordinate multiple initiatives and facilitate decision making /liliEffective communication and presentation skills /liliResults orientation and value creation mindset. /li /ulpbLocation /b: Verona /ppbLanguages /b: Fluency in English is a must; Spanish language nice to have /ppbJob /b: This is a permanent full time job in a highly dynamic context. /ppInitial Salary range will be in between EUR 65.000 – 75.000, plus Bonus and Benefits, in line with Client commitment to transparent and equitable compensation practices. Final compensation will anyhow depend on real experience and relevant skills, that will be valued with ad hoc programs and consistent development paths. The Client is an equal opportunity employer. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr