Purchasing Specialist (F/M)

Bluestar Silicones International; Caronno Pertusella; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluestar Silicones International in Caronno Pertusella, Italy is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to support procurement activities, manage supplier relationships, and ensure cost objectives are met. You will collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Logistics, Quality and other functions to secure goods and services.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant degree, have purchasing experience in manufacturing, strong negotiation skills, English proficiency, and be comfortable with ERP and MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Engineering, or Business Administration.
• Experience in Purchasing/Procurement, preferably manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing process for assigned materials and services.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers.
• Request, analyze, and compare quotations.
• Negotiate terms per company policies.
• Monitor supplier performance (quality, service, and delivery).
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Logistics, Quality, and other internal functions to ensure effective procurement management.
• Support supplier scouting and development of new sourcing opportunities.
• Contribute to cost optimization initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure accurate procurement-related documentation and data.

Skills

Negotiation & supplier management

MS Office & ERP systems

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Engineering, or Business Administration

Tools

ERP software

Job description

At Bluestar Silicones, customer focus, expertise, and collaboration are at the heart of our success. As part of an international group, we develop and manufacture silicone-based solutions used across a wide range of industrial sectors and everyday applications, with a constant commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability.

We believe that outstanding results come from motivated professionals who bring expertise, initiative, and a continuous improvement mindset to their work. That is why we foster a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented environment where everyone can express their full potential and make a meaningful contribution to our business objectives.

Why Join Us

Joining Bluestar's Purchasing team means becoming part of a solid and dynamic organization where procurement plays a strategic role in ensuring operational efficiency, business continuity, and value creation.

You will have the opportunity to work with national and international suppliers, collaborate with multiple company functions, and contribute to the optimization of purchasing processes in a continuously evolving environment. We are looking for a curious, organized, and results-oriented professional eager to leverage their skills and grow within our organization.

The Position

For our facility in Caronno Pertusella (VA), Italy, we are looking for a Purchasing Specialist who will support procurement activities, contributing to the achievement of business objectives through effective supplier and purchasing process management.

The successful candidate will work closely with various departments, ensuring the availability of goods and services while meeting quality standards, delivery requirements, and cost objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing process for assigned materials, goods, and services.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers.
• Request, analyze, and compare commercial and technical quotations.
• Negotiate commercial terms in line with company policies and guidelines.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, service, and delivery reliability.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Logistics, Quality, and other internal functions to ensure effective procurement management.
• Support supplier scouting activities and the development of new sourcing opportunities.
• Contribute to cost optimization initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure accurate management of procurement-related documentation and data.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Economics, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Previous experience in Purchasing or Procurement, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and ERP/business management systems.
• Excellent command of the English language.
• Strong organizational skills, result orientation, and problem-solving attitude.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.

What We Offer

The opportunity to join a solid and growing international company.

A collaborative and people-focused working environment.

Participation in challenging projects with exposure to multiple business functions.

Employment under the Italian Chemical-Pharmaceutical Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL Chimico-Farmaceutico).

Indicative gross annual salary (RAL) between €35,000 and €50,000, commensurate with experience, skills, and professional background.

Bluestar Silicones is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and values diversity in all its forms. We welcome applications from qualified candidates regardless of gender identity, age, nationality, personal orientation, religious belief, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Candidates will be assessed solely on their skills, experience, and professional potential.

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