Purchasing Coordinator

Company: IRCA Group is a prominent global B2B supplier of semi-finished ingredients tailored for the bakery, pastry, and gelato sectors. Our offerings serve both independent artisans and large-scale food producers. We manufacture a variety of products including chocolate, decorations, creams, inclusions, pastry mixes, gelato components, and essential bakery/pastry items. With our headquarters in Italy, IRCA Group has demonstrated substantial growth over the last decade, operating 22 manufacturing facilities worldwide, employing over 2000 individuals, and generating €1 billion in revenue.
What we provide: At IRCA, we cultivate a vibrant workplace that embraces diversity and values unique perspectives and international experiences, creating an engaging atmosphere. We support professional development through customized training programs and opportunities for career progression both locally and globally. With our global presence, we offer the opportunity to engage in international projects, collaborate across cultures, and gain a comprehensive global outlook. Becoming part of our organization means joining a worldwide network of dedicated professionals committed to making a significant impact.
Position Objective: The primary goal is to ensure the effective and informed management of procurement activities and associated administrative tasks during the temporary absence of a colleague on maternity leave.Main Responsibilities:

• Procurement of office supplies
• Administrative duties
• Back-office tasks:
• Management of contract lifecycles and data entry
• Preparation of statistics and reports
• Creation of PowerPoint presentations
• Front-office responsibilities:
• Negotiation of specific packaging materials
• Scouting and purchasing of indirect services and products

Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma
• Professional Skills: Familiarity with key negotiation techniques.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in purchasing or related administrative roles.
• Language Skills: Proficient in English is essential. Knowledge of a second language (French/German) is advantageous.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Behavioral Traits: Attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, effective communication skills, and capacity to multitask.

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