Senior Buyer of direct materials

· Contribute to the definition and implementation of the regional and commodity sourcing strategy (product categories: castings and related machined components, turning, painting/heat treatments, CNC machining suppliers, gear pump and valve suppliers).

· Manage and develop the assigned supplier panel, monitoring their performance in terms of quality, costs, deliveries, and innovation.

· Conduct supplier sourcing and benchmarking activities through RFQs and TCO analyses.

· Negotiate commercial conditions and contractual agreements with strategic suppliers.

· Support the development of new suppliers and the qualification of new components (design review, PPAP validation, etc.).

· Collaborate with internal functions to prevent risks in the supply chain and ensure continuity of supplies.

· Monitor and analyze sourcing KPIs and define improvement actions.

· Ensure compliance with company sourcing processes and standards.

Essentials/Must have

· Degree in Economics, Engineering or related discipline.

· Experience in purchasing/sourcing, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing context.

· Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.

· Experience in managing and developing international suppliers.

· Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.

· Willingness to travel and work in an international context.

Preferential/Nice to have

· Specialization or training in sourcing/procurement.

· Good analytical and negotiation skills.

· Ability to work in a team and collaborate with internal functions and international stakeholders.

· Experience in managing and developing international suppliers.

€50,000–€60,000

Our client is a leading multinational company in the hydraulic sector, with a strong presence

global and an ongoing commitment to providing high-quality solutions.

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