Direct Buyer

Lely Italia; Colturano; Ibrido; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An innovative manufacturing company based in Italy is seeking a Purchasing Associate. In this role, you will develop strategic approaches, manage contracts, and analyze costs within a collaborative environment. Candidates should possess a degree in Engineering or a STEM field and demonstrate strong analytical and negotiation skills. This position offers a hybrid work model, merging remote flexibility with in-office collaboration.

Servizi

Collaborative work environment

Chance to broaden your impact

Hybrid working (1 day per week remote)

Competenze

• Experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Lean principles.
• A team mindset and the ability to work effectively across functions.
• Fluency in English.

Mansioni

• Developing a strategic approach for categories with internal stakeholders.
• Ensuring execution of daily purchasing activities.
• Monitoring market trends for opportunities.
• Sourcing and qualifying new suppliers.
• Negotiating and managing contracts independently.
• Analyzing costs, performance, and KPIs.

Conoscenze

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building skills

Ability to read technical drawings

Knowledge of supply chain management

Formazione

Degree in Engineering or another STEM discipline

Descrizione del lavoro

We are an Italian manufacturing company with an international presence, active for over 75 years in the mechatronics sector. We design and produce volumetric pumps, proportional valves, and fluid control systems for the industrial, food & beverage, automotive, and medical sectors.

We operate in B2B environments that are complex and highly technological, with a company culture oriented toward continuous innovation, experimentation, and excellence. That’s why we’re looking for curious, autonomous, and proactive individuals - people who thrive in fast-paced, ever-evolving contexts, with a strong results-driven mindset and a collaborative, cross-functional approach.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Developing a strategic approach for your categories, engaging closely with key internal stakeholders.
• Ensuring effective execution of daily purchasing activities and implementation of the category strategy.
• Monitoring market trends to identify opportunities and lead cost-saving initiatives from concept to roll-out.
• Sourcing, evaluating and qualifying new suppliers that meet Company standards for cost, quality, service and reliability.
• Negotiating and managing contracts and framework agreements independently.
• Supporting the Procurement & Supply Chain Office in identifying improvement opportunities and coordinating sourcing projects.
• Managing and optimizing the assigned budget while contributing to Total Cost Ownership improvements.
• Analyzing costs, performance and KPIs and recommending actions for improvement.
• Acting as a key point of contact and promoting collaboration across departments, especially Engineering, Sales and Warehouse.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• A degree in Engineering or another STEM discipline.
• Experience in a similar role, ideally within a manufacturing environment and familiar with Lean principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured working approach.
• Ability to read technical drawings and perform cost analysis.
• Knowledge of supply chain management and Lean procurement methods.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• A team mindset and the ability to work effectively across functions.
• A continuous‑improvement mindset and a strong desire to make a tangible impact.
• Fluency in English.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The chance to join an international, innovation-driven company that is structured yet constantly evolving.
• A collaborative and engaging work environment where you can broaden your impact.
• Hybrid working (1 day per week remote).

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Purchasing

Industries

• Manufacturing