Sourcing Manager

HR Executive - Ricerca e Selezione del Personale; Italia; Ibrido; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global industrial company is seeking a Sourcing Manager in Milan (hybrid) to lead sourcing strategies and enhance supplier partnerships. The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering, 10 years of procurement experience, and strong leadership skills. The role includes defining sourcing strategies, optimizing costs, collaborating across teams, and driving digitalization in procurement. Fluent Italian and English required. Apply with CV to [e-mail].

Competenze

• 10 years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 in strategic sourcing roles in manufacturing companies.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, supplier development, and cost analysis.
• Fluent in Italian and English; other languages are a plus.

Mansioni

• Define and implement sourcing strategies aligned with business goals.
• Select and develop suppliers for quality and competitiveness.
• Lead cost optimization initiatives through various strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for efficiency.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure continuity of supply.
• Promote digitalization in procurement processes.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost analysis

Supplier development

Formazione

Degree in Engineering

Strumenti

ERP systems

PLM systems

Digital procurement tools

Descrizione del lavoro

For our client part of a global industrial company, we are seeking a

SOURCING MANAGER

Reporting to Operations Manager, he/she will lead the sourcing function by building strong supplier partnerships, optimizing cost and quality, and aligning procurement strategies with the company’s growth objectives. The Sourcing Manager is a key driver of organizational transformation, enabling a proactive, data‑driven, and cross‑functional procurement approach.

The Sourcing Manager focuses on enhancing supplier strategy, optimizing cost and quality, and ensuring that sourcing decisions are aligned with production, R&D, and supply chain objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and implement sourcing strategies aligned with business goals and production requirements.
• Select, evaluate, and develop suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and competitiveness.
• Lead cost optimization initiatives through value engineering, design‑to‑cost, and total cost of ownership analysis.
• Collaborate with R&D, Production, and Supply Chain to ensure procurement supports product development and operational efficiency.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage risks to ensure continuity of supply.
• Promote digitalization and data‑driven decision‑making in procurement processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, including sustainability standards.
• Support the development and mentoring of procurement team members, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Actively participate in quarterly sourcing meetings across the Business Area to share best practices, align on strategic initiatives, and explore supplier synergies.
• Coordinate with sourcing managers from other companies within the Business Area to benchmark performance, harmonize approaches, and identify joint opportunities for improvement.

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering.
• 10 years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 in strategic sourcing roles in manufacturing companies.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, supplier development, and cost analysis.
• Proven leadership and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with ERP, PLM systems and digital procurement tools.
• Fluent in Italian and English; other languages are a plus.

Place of work: Milano (north)/Hybrid

If you are interested in this role, please forward an up‑to‑date copy of your CV, authorizing the treatment of your personal data according to Dlgs. 196/03 & GDPR specifying SM60 to: [e-mail]