Strategic Buyer - Hybrid Role in Sourcing & Innovation

Atlas Copco Group

Padova

Hybrid

EUR 29,000 - 35,000

Full time

4 days ago

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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.