Strategic Buyer

Atlas Copco Group; Padova; Hybrid; EUR 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Structured onboarding program

Company-funded canteen

Flexible benefits platform

Discount agreements

Job summary

Atlas Copco is seeking a Strategic Buyer to lead sourcing strategies and supplier development in Padova, Italy. You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to translate technical developments into value creation and risk-managed procurement solutions.

This hybrid role emphasizes cost, quality, and sustainability while aligning with Atlas Copco’s values. The successful candidate will have a technical degree, 2+ years in purchasing, strong analytical skills, and fluency in

Qualifications

• Technical degree in Mechanical, Electronics, Automation or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience in manufacturing company (at least 2 years).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, or Supplier Development.
• Ability to read technical documentation and interact with engineering functions.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft 365 applications; AI technologies a plus.
• Fluent Italian and good English (spoken and written).
• Curiosity and passion for technology; innovative mindset and continuous improvement orientation.
• Ability to learn quickly and adopt new digital tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Proactive and able to work well in a team with ownership and results orientation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned commodity categories, building strong supplier partnerships.
• Manage supplier selection, qualification, negotiation, and development activities for competitive contracts.
• Ensure procurement of materials and services meeting quality, technical, and cost requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance via KPIs related to cost, quality, delivery, and service; drive improvements.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, risks, and opportunities for strategic decisions.
• Lead cost optimization, value engineering, and supplier innovation within categories.
• Promote supplier development to improve competitiveness, lead times, and performance.
• Support innovation and technology scouting in areas like digitalization, automation, IoT, and AI.
• Contribute to supplier risk management and supply chain continuity; assist sourcing/re-sourcing as needed.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Production, Logistics, Finance, and others to meet business objectives and support new product development.
• Manage supplier non-conformities, corrective actions, and recovery plans.
• Ensure compliance with policies, sustainability objectives, and ethical procurement.

Education

Engineering degree in Mechanical/Electronics/Automation/Industrial fields

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft 365

AI technologies

Job description

The mission of the Strategic Buyer is to ensure the procurement of materials under the best conditions in terms of cost, quality, service, and sustainability, in line with business requirements and the policies of the Atlas Copco Group.
You will be responsible for developing and implementing effective sourcing strategies, building long-term partnerships with suppliers, and continuously improving supplier performance, thereby contributing to the company's competitiveness and operational business continuity.
The role requires close collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to understand technological developments in the market and transform them into opportunities for innovation, competitiveness, and value creation for the company.

The Role

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned commodity categories, building strong and long-term supplier partnerships.
• Manage supplier selection, qualification, negotiation, and development activities, ensuring competitive contracts and agreements.
• Ensure the procurement of materials and services in line with quality, technical, supply chain, and cost requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs related to cost, quality, delivery, and service, assessing their competitiveness and alignment with market conditions, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, risks, and sourcing opportunities to support strategic purchasing decisions.
• Lead cost optimization, value engineering, and supplier innovation initiatives within assigned categories.
• Promote supplier development activities to improve competitiveness, flexibility, lead times, and overall performance.
• Support innovation and technology scouting activities, identifying opportunities related to new technologies, digitalization, automation, IoT, and AI.
• Contribute to supplier risk management and supply chain continuity, supporting sourcing and re-sourcing activities when required.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Production, Logistics, Finance, and other stakeholders to achieve business objectives and support new product development.
• Ensure effective management of supplier non-conformities, corrective actions, and recovery plans.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, sustainability objectives, ethical standards, and procurement procedures while maintaining integrity and transparency in supplier relationships.

What we expect from our candidates:

• Technical degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent disciplines. Professional experience resulting in the development of relevant technical competencies will also be positively considered.
• Experience in manufacturing company (at least 2 years)
• Minimum2 years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, or Supplier Development
• Ability to read technical documentation and effectively interact with engineering functions.
• Good command of Microsoft 365 applications and AI technologies
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
• Fluent in Italian and good command of English is essential (both spoken and written)
• Curiosity and passion for technology.
• Innovative mindset and continuous improvement orientation.
• Ability to learn quickly and adopt new digital tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Proactive and able to successfully work in team
• Strong sense of ownership and results orientation

What is important for us:

• Active collaboration with your colleagues
• Promotion of new ideas with a focus on improvement and innovation
• Adherence to the company rules, commitment to develop inclusion and collaboration in the workplace
• Promotion of the company’s values - Interaction, Commitment and Innovation - to fulfil Atlas Copco vision “First in mind – First in Choice”
• Customer centric approach

Compensation and benefits

The compensation and benefits package outlined below has been designed for candidates whose qualifications, skills, and experience closely match the requirements described in this job posting. At the same time, we strongly encourage professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. Every application will be carefully reviewed, and the final offer may be tailored to reflect the selected candidate’s specific level of experience, competencies, and professional achievements.
For this role, the successful candidate will be offered a permanent employment contract under the National Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL) for the Metalworking Industry, classified as a white-collar employee at Level C3. The compensation package includes a starting salary within the relevant pay range beginning at €32k gross per year divided in fourteenth month's salary and participation in the collective profit-sharing bonus program.

• In addition, employees benefit from a hybrid working model with flexible working hours.
• The company also provides a structured onboarding program to support integration into the organization.
• a fully company-funded canteen service.
• access to a flexible benefits platform.
• a range of discount agreements covering various products and services.

Your job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at Varisco S.r.l. Padova, Italy.

Varisco Product Company is a well-established and ever-expanding company. It manufactures pumps, both for dewatering and industrial applications. In 2016 Varisco was acquired by Atlas Copco Group, a Swedish multinational company with 150 years of history behind it.

Contact information

For more information about the vacancy you can write an e-mail at [e-mail].

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Information at a Glance

Atlas Copco Group enables technology that transforms the future. We innovate to develop products, services and solutions that are key to our customers' success. Our four business areas offer technologies for air and gas compression, vacuum and abatement, automated assembly and quality control, mobile energy management and power generation as well as portable and industrial flow technologies.

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