Procurement Manager

Lincotek, headquartered in Rubbiano, Parma, Italy, is a global contract manufacturer for services in markets including Industrial Gas Turbines, Aerospace and Medical Device applications, as well as a leading manufacturer of industrial coating equipment and one of the most respected producers in the Additive Manufacturing field. The Purchasing Manager, reporting directly to the Operations Manager, is responsible for the comprehensive management of the purchasing function at Lincotek Rubbiano. This role ensures the timely and quality‐driven procurement of materials, components, and services, in alignment with production requirements and the company's cost and efficiency objectives. Additionally, at the divisional level, the Purchasing Manager actively contributes to the development and implementation of improvement actions and projects for the purchasing function within the Surface Solutions division. This position collaborates closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Planning, Finance, and Logistics functions at both local and divisional levels, ensuring adherence to company policies and internal standards.
Main Responsibilities Develop and execute purchasing strategies for key product categories.
Negotiate contracts, commercial terms, and framework agreements with suppliers.
Ensure compliance with delivery schedules, quality standards, cost constraints, contractual obligations, and company policies.
Monitor and analyze market trends and manage associated risks.
Manage the full procurement cycle: from request for quotation, order issuance, and confirmation, to delivery monitoring, returns management, and claims handling.
Collaborate with Logistics to optimize inventory levels and monitor KPI performance related to stock rotation.
Oversee the management of material and supplier master data within the ERP system.
Monitor, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to the purchasing function to senior management.
Align the purchasing function with the company's objectives related to quality, safety, and sustainability.
Manage the selection, qualification, and development of suppliers in collaboration with the Quality Assurance (QA) team.
Support international entities within the Surface Solutions division in the development and implementation of divisional purchasing strategies.
Foster the adoption of best practices within the purchasing function, promoting standardization and efficiency across the division.
Provide technical expertise on the procurement of critical materials and services, supporting group‐wide initiatives.
Track and share information on key raw material markets and major risk trends impacting the group.
Facilitate knowledge sharing between plants on supplier relations, pricing strategies, procurement methodologies, and management tools.
Support the alignment and evolution of procurement processes within the group's ERP systems.
Contribute to global projects and initiatives related to sustainability and operational excellence within the purchasing function.
Direct management of the Purchasing team.
Bachelor's degree in Economics, Engineering or related fields.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing roles within structured manufacturing environments.
Experience within global or multinational companies is highly desirable.
Experience in structured companies, preferably in the automotive, electronics, power, or oil & gas sectors.
Proven operational management experience within the purchasing function.
Experience with multi‐site purchasing function development and improvement projects is an advantage.
Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP mandatory).
Familiarity with Lean methodologies applied to Supply Chain operations.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage and interpret data to support decision‐making.
Fluent in English (both written and spoken), with the ability to work in international environments.
Primarily office‐based with frequent interaction with production, logistics, and staff departments.
Occasional in‐person meetings with other divisional entities (both remote and on‐site).
This role involves extensive computer use and requires travel to suppliers and other company sites.
Full‐time, Monday through Friday, with flexibility based on business needs.
Travel Requirements
Frequent travel to Surface Solutions division sites, particularly in Hickory (NC), as well as supplier visits depending on project needs.