Senior Buyer

Dana Incorporated; Modena; In loco; EUR 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Dana Incorporated in Modena, Italy is seeking an experienced procurement leader to develop and execute sourcing strategies for hydraulic components and related technical commodities.

You will drive supplier selection, negotiate contracts, reduce costs, and partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to optimize value, quality and delivery.

Competenze

• 7-10+ years of procurement experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with hydraulic components and technical commodities.
• Experience in supplier negotiations and cost reductions.
• Experience in international/matrix organizations.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for hydraulic components and related commodities.
• Lead supplier selection processes, RFQs, cost analysis, contract negotiations, and supplier qualification activities.
• Build and maintain relationships with strategic suppliers and drive performance improvements.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews focusing on quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial agreements to achieve cost reduction targets.
• Identify savings opportunities via market analysis, benchmarking, and value engineering.
• Monitor commodity trends and manage supply market risks.
• Support new product development and product changes with Engineering.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, and Quality to improve inventory and supplier quality.

Conoscenze

Sourcing hydraulic components

Supplier negotiations

Cost reduction initiatives

ERP systems

Advanced data analysis tools

Stakeholder management

Project management

International/matrix organizations

Strumenti

ERP systems

Data analysis tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Company

Responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for hydraulic components and related technical commodities, ensuring the supply of high-quality materials and services while achieving cost, quality, and delivery objectives. Works closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and suppliers to support business growth, product development, and operational excellence.

About the Role

Responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for hydraulic components and related technical commodities, ensuring the supply of high-quality materials and services while achieving cost, quality, and delivery objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for hydraulic components, including pumps, valves, cylinders, manifolds, fittings, castings, forgings, machined parts, and assemblies.
• Lead supplier selection processes, RFQs, cost analysis, contract negotiations, and supplier qualification activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers and drive supplier performance improvements.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews focused on quality, delivery, cost, innovation, and sustainability.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial agreements to achieve cost reduction targets.
• Identify savings opportunities through market analysis, benchmarking, and value engineering initiatives.
• Monitor commodity trends and proactively manage supply market risks.
• Support new product development and product change initiatives in partnership with Engineering.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, and Quality teams to improve inventory management, supply continuity, and supplier quality performance.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of procurement experience within manufacturing environments.

Required Skills

• Strong experience sourcing hydraulic components and technical commodities.
• Proven success in supplier negotiations and cost reduction initiatives.
• Experience working in international and matrix organizations.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, manufacturing processes, and supply chain principles.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced data analysis tools.
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, analytical, and project management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in international and matrix organizations.