Senior Procurement Specialist

Metlen Plc; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Insurance Plan

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals seeks a Senior Procurement Specialist in Milan to lead procurement activities for large-scale EPC renewable energy projects. You will manage supplier engagement, contract execution, and supplier performance, coordinating with Project Directors and cross-functional teams to meet budgets, timelines, and quality standards.

You will oversee logistics and materials flow, support tendering, and maintain thorough procurement records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• 4–6 years of procurement, logistics, or supply chain experience in EPC, construction, industrial, infrastructure, or energy sectors.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, preferably SAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for EPC renewable energy projects, ensuring alignment with project priorities, budgets, and schedules.
• Lead supplier engagement activities, including RFQs, quotation analysis, evaluations, and contract execution.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery commitments, and compliance with quality and commercial requirements.
• Act as the main procurement partner for Project Directors and Project Managers, providing visibility on procurement status, risks, and mitigation actions.
• Coordinate procurement activities with internal stakeholders across Engineering, Construction, Finance, Quality, Legal, and central Procurement.
• Oversee logistics and material deliveries to project sites, ensuring efficient material flow throughout execution.
• Support EPC tendering activities through supplier sourcing, commercial input, and market intelligence.
• Maintain procurement documentation, contract records, and reporting in line with procedures and governance.

Skills

Procurement

Logistics

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical

English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.

We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, andchange, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.

We are seeking a motivated Senior Procurement Specialist to join our EPC business, based in Milan. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the successful delivery of large-scale renewable energy projects by managing procurement and logistics activities throughout the project lifecycle.

As Senior Procurement Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring the timely sourcing of materials and services, supplier performance management, contract compliance, and efficient coordination of logistics activities. Working closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, Finance, and external partners, you will help ensure that project requirements are met safely, efficiently, and within schedule.

Your role will encompass:

• Managing procurement activities for EPC renewable energy projects, ensuring alignment with project priorities, budgets, and construction schedules.
• Leading supplier engagement activities, including RFQs, quotation analysis, commercial evaluations, and contract execution.
• Monitoring supplier performance, delivery commitments, and compliance with project quality and commercial requirements.
• Acting as the main procurement partner for Project Directors and Project Managers, providing visibility on procurement status, risks, and mitigation actions.
• Coordinating procurement activities with internal stakeholders, including Engineering, Construction, Finance, Quality, Legal, and the central Procurement function.
• Overseeing logistics and material deliveries to project sites, ensuring efficient and timely material flow throughout project execution.
• Supporting EPC tendering activities through supplier sourcing, commercial input, and market intelligence.
• Maintaining procurement documentation, contract records, and reporting in line with internal procedures and project governance standards.
• Identifying opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency, mitigate procurement risks, and optimize project outcomes.

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 4-6 years of procurement, logistics, or supply chain experience within EPC, construction, industrial, infrastructure, or energy sectors.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, logistics coordination, and supply chain operations.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent organizational capabilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Excellent communication skills in both Italian and English.

Nice to have:

• Experience supporting renewable energy or EPC projects.
• Familiarity with multi-project environments and complex supply chains.
• Experience coordinating international shipments and logistics operations.
• Knowledge of bonded warehouses, customs procedures, and import/export documentation.
• Exposure to supplier contract management and commercial negotiations.

Compensation & Contractual Framework

The starting gross annual salary (RAL) for this position is €48,200, based on objective and gender-neutral criteria.
Applicable CCNL: MetalmeccanicoCNA Level / Inquadramento: B2/B3

The final compensation may reflect the candidate’s relevant experience and competencies, in line with the Company’s remuneration framework.

Additional benefits include:

• Group Health Insurance Plan

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