Buyer

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement of raw materials for the Business Unit and support the commodity strategy definition with a focus on sourcing execution.
• Foster long‑term partnerships with assigned suppliers, serving as their focal point for supplier visits, business reviews, negotiations, price lists and quality management.
• Maintain effective relationships and communication with internal stakeholders, including Operations, Supply Chain, R&D, Quality and Finance.
• Prepare and conduct negotiations with suppliers regarding commercial terms, payment conditions and delivery terms in collaboration with the Global Commodity Manager.
• Prepare and analyze performance, risk and sustainability reports for business meetings.
• Conduct comparative analysis of suppliers’ capabilities and cost drivers to identify insights and improve spending efficiency and effectiveness for the raw material category.
• Support the execution and tracking of innovation and sustainability projects in line with the business and ESG targets.

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• One year’s experience in a similar procurement role.
• Passion and interest for the procurement area.
• Negotiation and cost‑benefit analysis skills.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, analytical approach and project management skills.
• Drive, initiative, high energy and ability to adapt to changing environments.
• Eagerness to work in a team and cooperate across departments in an international environment.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Fluency in Italian and English.

Position Details

Based in Verona, Italy.