Procurement Specialist

Role Description

The role holder will be responsible for the strategy and the negotiation with suppliers and vendors in order to acquire the most cost-effective deals and to reduce procurement expenses. He/ She will lead the purchasing process from selecting suppliers to ensuring stock optimization, as well as provide guidance on sourcing and procurement processes.

Main Activities

• Verify financial reliability of key suppliers.
• Act as a point of contact between the company and suppliers if required.
• Manage tender phase or verify that specific department has managed it correctly.
• Liaise with legal counsel to verify that relevant contracts/POs have been legally reviewed.
• Identify potential suppliers based on project requirements.
• Process purchase orders to acquire goods
• Support in Developing and implementing purchasing policies and procedures for the organisation.
• Identification and realization of cost-saving and cost-reduction opportunities

Desired Qualification

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, economics, finance or a related area, (Master's degree preferred).

Languages:    

• Fluent Italian and English

Experience / Professional requirements:

• Relevant experience of delivering and adding value in a similar commercial and procurement role
• Team player at executive levels to collaborate with business units, functional partners (like IT, finance, HR, legal…) and external stakeholders
• Working knowledge of finance and/or accounting in terms of budgeting, cost management, financial accounting, treasury, risk management, etc.
• In-depth knowledge of sourcing and procurement principles and best practices
• Strong negotiation skills and strategic mindset
• Familiarity with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements, as well as understanding of standard contractual terms and conditions to mitigate legal risk