Senior Buyer

Energy Dome; Milano; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in Milano is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage global procurement activities with a focus on US suppliers. Responsibilities include overseeing the purchasing process, negotiating contracts, and engaging with various departments to ensure efficient procurement. The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering, at least 4 years of relevant experience, and strong negotiation skills in Italian and English. This position offers a full-time contract in the renewable energy sector, requiring occasional travel to Boston.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Buyer / Senior Buyer.
• Experience in international Supplier management.
• Technical knowledge of electro-mechanical sectors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire purchasing process.
• Conduct contract and commercial negotiations.
• Identify and qualify new suppliers both nationally and internationally.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in executing orders.
• Manage supplier relationships throughout the order lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and other functions.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Economics, or Supply Chain Management

Job description

Senior Buyer

Reports to the Procurement Team Lead, and works closely with Engineering, Project Management, Quality, Expediting, we are looking for a Senior Buyer who will be responsible for managing procurement activities globally, with a specific focus on US suppliers.

Purpose of the Role

Manage the procurement process for strategic materials and services, ensuring quality, competitive costs, on-time deliveries, and compliance with purchasing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire purchasing process, taking full ownership and ensuring transparency and efficiency at every stage.
• Conduct contract and commercial negotiations with strong bargaining skills, securing favorable conditions for the company in terms of cost and commercial clauses.
• Identify and qualify new suppliers both nationally and internationally, expanding and consolidating the supply base.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in the execution of orders and in meeting agreed deadlines.
• Manage supplier relationships throughout the entire order lifecycle, ensuring alignment with contractual terms and supporting the Expediting function in case of critical issues or delays.
• Collaborate actively with various company functions (Engineering, Quality, Production, Finance, Project Management, Expediting) to ensure consistency and efficiency in the procurement process.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or related fields.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Buyer / Senior Buyer, preferably in industrial, technical, or mechanical and/or plant engineering contexts.
• Experience in international Supplier management.
• Experience in managing complex tenders for EPC contracts in the Energy or Oil & Gas sectors and technical knowledge of the electro‑mechanical sectors are considered a plus.
• NB. Some travels to our Boston's office will be required. It's important that the candidate holds a valid passport and is willing to travel when needed.

Soft Skills & Personal Attributes

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills (in Italian and English).
• Ability to work effectively in cross‑functional contexts.
• Methodical and action/result oriented, cope with the pressure of demanding targets and tight deadlines.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Supply Chain

Industries

• Services for Renewable Energy

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