Indirect Category Buyer

Belimed Group; Case Stradiotto; On-site; EUR 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Steelco S.p.A is seeking an Indirect Category Buyer to manage operational procurement across indirect goods and services, ensuring timely, compliant purchasing and cost control.

You will collaborate with Category Managers, support demand planning, and drive supplier performance, contract management and ESG-aligned procurement.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of indirect procurement processes, purchasing policies, tendering/RFQ activities, supplier performance management, contract management, and ESG/sustainable procurement principles.
• Experience in cost analysis, spend management, procurement reporting and KPI tracking.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP R/3 or S/4HANA), advanced Excel, and digital document/workflow management tools.
• Reporting & KPI tracking (Power BI or equivalent tools is a plus).
• Expert knowledge of English.

Responsibilities

• Operational Procurement: process requisitions and convert to purchase orders; ensure timely procurement of indirect goods and services; monitor confirmations and invoice issues.
• Stakeholder Support: act as main procurement contact; advise on processes and guidelines; support demand planning and approvals.
• Supplier Coordination: maintain supplier communications; monitor performance and onboarding; manage documentation and compliance.
• Contract & Compliance Support: ensure contracts and supplier documents are valid; maintain master data; support ESG and regulatory compliance.
• Process & Systems Support: maintain master data, support spend analysis and reporting; drive digitalization and standardization; manage category strategies and RFQs.
• Local Category Management: develop sourcing strategies; lead negotiations; align with global strategy and local regulations.

Skills

Indirect procurement

RFQ / Tendering

Supplier management

ESG procurement

KPI tracking

Excel proficiency

Power BI

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in economics or engineering

Tools

SAP R/3/S/4HANA

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Job description

Employer
Steelco S.p.A – HQ
Location
Via Balegante 27,Riese Pio X (TV)
Italy
Department
Procurement
Type of work
Full time (8.00 - 17.00)
Contract
Temporary - Fixed Term
Compensation
A starting salary of € 30.000 (RAL)is provided. The offer will take into account the level of responsibility, autonomy, and complexity of the role that the candidate will be able to handle, based on their knowledge and experience.

Steelco and Belimed have joined forces to lead the way in advanced cleaning and sterile workflow solutions. This partnership is powered by our united strengths: a dynamic product range, relentless innovation, utmost reliability, and an unmatched commitment to customer satisfaction. As SteelcoBelimed, we “Innovate with confidence”, as we set new industry standards to meet our customer’s needs offering high-quality products and comprehensive services for Infection Control and Life Science.

Your Role

The Indirect Category Buyer is responsible for the operational procurement of indirect goods and services while managing assigned procurement categories. The role ensures timely, compliant and cost-effective purchasing, supports internal stakeholders and contributes to supplier performance, category development, contract management and continuous improvement. Working closely with Category Managers and business stakeholders, the Category Buyer drives operational excellence, cost optimization and sustainable procurement in alignment with corporate procurement policies and ESG objectives.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Operational Procurement

• Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders in accordance with procurement policies.
• Ensure timely procurement of indirect goods and services (e.g. facility management, IT, professional services, logistics, marketing, HR, CapEx, MRO).
• Monitor order confirmations, delivery dates and invoice-related issues.
• Resolve procurement-related operational issues and elevate risks where required.

Stakeholder Support

• Act as the primary operational procurement contact for assigned business functions.
• Advise internal stakeholders on procurement processes, preferred suppliers and purchasing guidelines.
• Support demand planning and purchasing activities for recurring business needs.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and approval workflows.

Supplier Coordination

• Maintain day-to-day communication with suppliers regarding orders, deliveries, invoices and operational issues.
• Monitor supplier performance and service quality.
• Support supplier onboarding and qualification processes.
• Coordinate supplier documentation and compliance requirements.

Contract & Compliance Support

• Ensure contracts, NDAs, insurance certificates, sustainability declarations and other supplier documents remain valid.
• Maintain procurement-related master data and supplier information.
• Support compliance with ESG, legal and internal procurement requirements.

Process & Systems Support

• Maintain procurement master data, support spend analysis and reporting, and contribute to the continuous improvement, digitalization and standardization of procurement processes across business units.
• Manage assigned procurement categories throughout the supplier lifecycle, developing and implementing category strategies aligned with business requirements.
• Lead RFQs, supplier evaluations, commercial negotiations, contract renewals and supplier performance reviews to ensure supplier competitiveness and business continuity.
• Identify cost reduction, standardization and value improvement opportunities while monitoring market trends, supplier performance and commercial risks.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand current and future demand, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, ESG principles and applicable regulations.
• Track and report category KPIs, savings and overall procurement performance.

Local Category Management

• Manage assigned local procurement categories, developing and implementing sourcing strategies aligned with corporate procurement principles and business needs.
• Lead supplier selection, RFQs, commercial negotiations, contract renewals and relationship management to ensure cost competitiveness and service quality.
• Identify cost reduction and value improvement opportunities while monitoring market trends, pricing developments and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with Global Category Managers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with overall procurement strategy, company policies and applicable local regulations.

Your Profile

• Strong understanding of indirect procurement processes, purchasing policies, tendering/RFQ activities, supplier performance management, contract management, and ESG/sustainable procurement principles.
• Experience in cost analysis, spend management, procurement reporting and KPI tracking
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP R/3 or S/4HANA), advanced Excel, and digital document/workflow management tools;
• Reporting & KPI tracking (Power BI or equivalent tools is a plus)
• Expert knowledge of English

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of indirect procurement processes, purchasing policies, tendering/RFQ activities, supplier performance management, contract management, and ESG/sustainable procurement principles.
• Experience in cost analysis, spend management, procurement reporting and KPI tracking
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP R/3 or S/4HANA), advanced Excel, and digital document/workflow management tools;
• Reporting & KPI tracking (Power BI or equivalent tools is a plus)
• Expert knowledge of English

Required Experience

• 2–4 years of experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain.
• Experience in indirect procurement or procurement of services is an advantage.

Required Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics or engineering is preferred.

Our Offer

• Work in an international, fast-growing industry that makes a real impact on healthcare and pharmaceutical industry.
• Be part of an innovative and open-minded team.
• Join a company with a strong reputation and long-standing expertise in cleaning and
• disinfection solutions.
• We offer a people-focused work environment, with dedicated benefits and welfare initiatives.

Ready to make an impact?

The personal data contained in your resume will be processed by Steelco S.p.A., with registered office in Riese Pio X – TV, Via Balegante 27 (“Company”), for the selection process relating to this position or other similar positions. Detailed information, including information on the rights recognized by the legislation on the protection of personal data, can be found in the information notice available on the Company's website on the “Careers” page (https://www.steelcogroup.com/it/careers/).