Iveco Group's business unit ASTRA designs and builds a diverse range of heavy-duty vehicles for mining and construction industries globally.

Our products cater to heavy off-road applications with a Total Ground Mass of over 60 tonnes.

With our expertise in designing and building robust, reliable, and versatile vehicles, we are the ideal partner for technical advice, specialized service, optimized maintenance costs, and maximum durability.

We are seeking a new resource to join our Purchasing Department at the ASTRA V.I. SpA Piacenza Site.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop agreements with serial production suppliers and main Iveco vendors, leveraging knowledge of the supply base, competitive landscape, and industry trends.
• Autonomously guide and manage negotiations with suppliers, producing visible results.
• Use relevant tools to select suppliers, allocate business, and manage relationships, achieving objectives of savings, quality, and timing.

Background Requirements

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Economics, Business Administration, or Accounting.
• At least 2+ years of experience in purchasing/procurement offices as a specialist in automotive/manufacturing/machining companies.
• Relevant product knowledge.
• Strong Office Package skills and attitude.
• Language skills: Italian mother tongue; English professional; a third language considered a plus.

Skills and Qualifications

• Flexibility and team-working orientation.
• Proactiveness and strong communication skills.
• Result-driven and willing to continuous learning.