Strategic Indirect Purchases Buyer - Regional Commodities

AGCO Corporation; Breganze; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Flexible hours

Private health insurance

Meal allowance

Job summary

AGCO Corporation is seeking a Category Buyer to manage multiple sub-categories within a broader category. You will lead supplier selection, negotiations, and cost optimization while collaborating with Operations and Finance teams to deliver measurable value.

This role focuses on Italy with on-site work and a strong emphasis on RFx execution, supplier cost modelling, and long-term contract establishment. Fluency in English and Italian is required, and a collaborative, results-driven mindset is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field.
• Minimum 3 years of sourcing experience, preferably indirect operations.
• Strong analytical and influencing skills with excellent negotiation abilities.
• Knowledge of Purchase-to-Pay processes.
• Excellent communications in English and Italian.

Responsibilities

• Manage savings targets for Operations and Facilities categories in Italy.
• Identify, qualify, and manage supplier relationships including evaluations and negotiations.
• Lead contract negotiations for favorable terms and pricing.
• Drive cost optimization and process improvements.
• Prepare RFx, analyze results, and support long-term strategy deployment with regional/global Category Managers.
• Assist in contracting suppliers to deliver cost-optimized commodities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

English & Italian communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ERP system

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

AGCO Corporation is seeking a Category Buyer to manage multiple sub-categories within a broader category. You will lead supplier selection, negotiations, and cost optimization while collaborating with Operations and Finance teams to deliver measurable value.

This role focuses on Italy with on-site work and a strong emphasis on RFx execution, supplier cost modelling, and long-term contract establishment. Fluency in English and Italian is required, and a collaborative, results-driven mindset is