Buyer (Maternity Cover)

Candy Hoover Group Srl; Brugherio; In loco; EUR 28.800 - 35.200; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Free Canteen

Smart Working

Descrizione del lavoro

Candy Hoover Group Srl is seeking a Buyer (Maternity Cover) to manage the end-to-end purchasing process for assigned indirect commodities. The successful candidate will collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure optimal procurement practices, lead negotiations, and support vendor management processes.

This role requires proficiency in both English and Italian, a university degree, and 2-4 years of relevant experience in any dynamic, international environment. Benefits include a free canteen and smart working options.

Competenze

• 2–4 years of experience in Indirect Procurement or similar roles.
• Strong interest in professional growth in procurement.

Mansioni

• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for assigned commodities.
• Support the Indirect Procurement Category Manager in strategic planning.
• Lead negotiations for quality/cost ratio.
• Identify cross-regional synergies.
• Manage vendor processes and contracts.
• Conduct purchase cost analysis.

Conoscenze

Fluent in English

Fluent in Italian

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

SAP experience

Strong analytical skills

Excellent negotiation skills

Formazione

University degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field

Strumenti

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Posting Title

Buyer (Maternity Cover)

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to contribute to Haier Europe. The Company is on a journey to achieve ambitious growth and leadership objectives in the region, and we are seeking someone passionate, proactive, self-driven, and motivated to join a team of open-minded individuals. We are looking for someone who embodies the Company’s core behaviors, based on our Own It model: Zero Distance, Agility, Entrepreneurship, Ecosystem and Build Trust. A true change agent who acts with integrity, collaborates across boundaries, adapts quickly, takes initiative and keeps users at the center — fostering an open, innovative, and high-performing environment.

What you will do

The Indirect Procurement buyer is responsible for managing the end‑to‑end purchasing process for the assigned indirect commodities. The role ensures compliance with Group standards and policies while delivering optimal value through strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier management, and cost control activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Indirect Procurement Category Manager in defining a strategic plan for managing the assigned commodities and achieving the results required by our company.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to define business needs and ensure alignment with procurement procedures and instructions.
• Lead negotiations to ensure the best quality/cost ratio in indirect procurement.
• Identify and leverage cross‑regional synergies and inter‑company sourcing opportunities.
• Support the development and implementation of Master Service Agreements in collaboration with Haier Group procurement teams based in Italy.
• Manage the full vendor management process: scouting, offer evaluation, SLA, T&C definition and contract drafting (in collaboration with the Legal department).
• Process orders in the company ERP system and maintain accurate procurement documentation.
• Conduct purchase cost analysis and prepare action plans to improve procurement performance.

Requirements

Education

University degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field.

Professional Experience

2–4 years of experience in Indirect Procurement or similar roles, preferably gained in dynamic, international environments.

Language

• Fluent in English and Italian.
• Working proficiency in French and/or Spanish.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other common IT tools; SAP experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with keen attention to detail.

Soft Skills

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Proactive mindset and a strong drive for continuous improvement and professional development in the procurement field.

Other

Strong interest in professional growth in procurement is essential.

Employment Type

Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover); Full‑Time

Compensation

Minimum Gross Annual Salary: €32,000

Benefits

• Free Canteen
• Smart Working

Equal Opportunity Statement

Haier Europe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. The Company may offer a different compensation package than the one indicated above, based on objective criteria identified during the selection process (such as experience, skills or changes in the scope and responsibilities of the role). All decisions are made in compliance with the principle of equal pay, the applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) and EU Directive 2023/970, as well as the relevant national implementing legislation.