Purchasing Specialist

MAAG Italy S.r.l.; Gambarone; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MAAG Italy S.r.l. is seeking a materials sourcing professional to optimize raw material procurement for its polymer equipment portfolio. The role involves collaborating with suppliers, development teams and QA/QC to ensure timely availability of materials and adherence to quality standards.

Responsibilities include evaluating vendors, negotiating pricing and terms, and driving cost-effective sourcing strategies aligned with product development timelines and corporate margins.

Qualifications

• Experience in material sourcing for manufacturing environments.
• Ability to coordinate with QA/QC, technical service and compliance.
• Strong vendor negotiation and cost-saving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships and sample development.
• Drive material development and supplier selection timelines.
• Collaborate with production, QA/QC and compliance to ensure on-time deliveries.

Skills

Vendor management

Materials sourcing

Negotiation

Cross-functional coordination

Job description

MAAG Pump Systems, Automatik Plastics Machinery, Maag Gala Industries, Reduction Engineering Scheer, Ettlinger, AMN, and Witte – seven successful and well-experienced companies have joined forces to become the global partner for the polymer industry.

As a manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing, and filtration systems, and pulverizers we offer top-grade equipment for your demanding requirements – not only for polymer applications but also for the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries.

Responsible for materials sourcing work from sample development, vendor recommendations and selection; works closely with vendors during production process to resolve issues; negotiates with vendors on pricing to satisfy customer/corporate margin expectations; drives raw material/ trim development process in accordance with timelines for product development; coordinates amongst QA/QC, technical service and compliance to ensure timeline is met; proposes cost-effective ways for material sourcing based on the latest technologies and trends; supports in research & development of new materials.

A Professional 3 applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities typical include: Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision.. Coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals.. Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.