Proprietary Equipment Buyer

NEXTCHEM, a company of the MAIRE Group dedicated to Sustainable Technology Solutions, is seeking a dynamic and innovative Proprietary Equipment Buyer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the development and optimization of cutting‑edge technologies aimed at advancing the energy transition agenda. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the realm of sustainable technology, we encourage you to apply. Thanks to NEXTCHEM’s extensive know‑how of nitrogen, hydrogen, carbon capture, fuels, chemicals and polymers, you’ll be part of a dynamic team dedicated driving innovation and sustainability in the energy transition sector. Proprietary Equipment Buyer The candidate will become part of the NX Engineering District of Catania, having the opportunity to work on innovative and novel technologies to fully enable the energy transition. Click on the link for further information: NX engineering district | NextChem The Recruitment process is managed by Key2People, a partner of NEXTCHEM. Within the Procurement Department, the Purchasing Material Buyer is responsible for the purchasing activities of assigned Purchase Requisitions in compliance with Corporate and Project Procedures and under the supervision of the Purchasing Group Leader. Within NextChem S.p.A., the centralized PEQ function has the mandate to set up the strategy and execute its supply chain for proprietary and critical equipment. The different businesses of NextChem are assisted on the sourcing side of proprietary and critical equipment by dedicated PEQ managers. The buyer PEQ will report to the assigned PEQ manager and support them in the procurement sourcing process. Main task and responsibilities Ensure that suppliers are properly qualified in the group systems; if any qualification needs field visits to be executed, coordinate with the Inspection and Qualification department. Preparation of bidder lists Issue Requests for Quotation the itemized proprietary and critical equipment, leveraging also e-Procurement System. Receive offers, and ensure they are properly tracked and archived in group systems. Liase with the technical departments of the involved NextChem companies to technically evaluate the offers (to the appropriate level of detail, depending on the business dynamics); issue commercial evaluations to the PEQ manager for strategizing and decision making. Cooperate with Project Teams in highlighting main reasons of eventual extra budgets and proposing mitigation actions; providing cost input in the proprietary and critical equipment cost models (to be built and used for internal reference and budgeting purposes). Manage operational relationship with suppliers. Conduct negotiations if appropriate, in alignment with the PEQ manager. Assist the PEQ manager in the customization of back‑to‑back contracts for the specific product / project / supplier. Once the project number is available for any given project / product, issue purchase orders in SAP. Issue purchase orders in autonomy if the relevant products to be sourced are covered by a detailed agreement including a price list. Gather relevant data of interest on suppliers (i.e. revenues, intake from the Maire / NextChem group, delivery and quality KPI’s). Assist the PEQ manager in liaising with the NextChem companies functions as applicable / required (i.e. business development, engineering, legal, project control). Assist the PEQ manager in drafting the recommendations for award if necessary. Assist the PEQ manager in the handover of placed contracts to the post‑order function. Report on own buying activities as applicable. Secure compliance with internal procedures and protocols Support and cooperate with the Project Procurement Manager / Coordinator during the development of the supplies in case of any commercial problem with vendors (such as claims, change order request, liquidated damages discussion, etc.) Required Skills 4 / 5 years of Purchasing experience. Experience in operating in international challenging environments. Experience in end‑to‑end tender management (RFx Process). E‑procurement systems knowledge is a plus. Design experience in engineering departments is a plus. Experience in preparing and executing negotiations with suppliers both on costs and contracts terms & conditions. SAP knowledge for supplies management. Experience in contract preparation. Ability to interface and manage internal stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Problem‑solving skills and ability to resolve conflicting situations. Strong written and verbal communication skills in the English language. Team player with the ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships. Good computer skills, proficient with MS Office applications and SAP. Availability to travel for short periods in Italy and abroad. Education : University Degree in Business & Economics Engineering is a plus. Job Location : Catania, Italy Si prega di inviare le candidature al seguente indirizzo di posta elettronica : #J-18808-Ljbffr