Senior Technical Buyer

4 giorni fa


Novara, Piemonte, Italia Randstad Professional Italia A tempo pieno 45.000 € - 55.000 € all'ano

The
Engineering Division
of
Randstad Professional Leaders Search & Selection
- specialized in the
search and selection of middle & senior management profiles -
on behalf of our client, a global provider of industrial plants and systems, we are looking for a:

SENIOR TECHNICAL BUYER

POSITION SUMMARY

:

The Senior Technical Buyer will play a critical role in sourcing complex components, equipment, and services essential for our bespoke engineering projects. This role reports directly to the Procurement Manager and requires a proactive, results-oriented professional with a strong technical background and exceptional negotiation skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Take ownership of the end-to-end procurement process for technical components, proprietary equipment, and specialized services, ensuring alignment with customer specifications, defined Incoterms, and technical data input from Engineering and Operations Departments;
  • Conduct proactive, worldwide market monitoring, scouting, and competitive intelligence gathering on supplier landscapes to ensure business effectiveness, cost optimization, and supply chain resilience;
  • Lead complex negotiations with global suppliers to secure advantageous contracts, improved pricing, and optimal terms of business. Utilize best-practice procurement tools and methods to identify opportunities for significant business savings;
  • Rigorously ensure all sourcing activities, supplier negotiations, and contract awards adhere strictly to internal company guidelines, purchasing policies, and regulatory compliance standards;
  • Cultivate, maintain, and manage robust, long-term relationships with key strategic suppliers to foster strong communication, collaborative problem-solving, and continuous performance improvement;
  • Critically assess technical tenders, proposals, and quotations submitted by potential suppliers, ensuring alignment with quality, cost, and delivery requirements;
  • Develop and champion strategies and ideas focused on enhancing operational efficiency, delivering added value, and supporting the continuous improvement of overall supply chain performance;
  • Prepare and process complex purchase orders accurately, reflecting the terms of final negotiations and organizational targets.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • A relevant degree in Business/Commercial studies, Manufacturing, or Engineering is strongly preferred;
  • Proven experience (5/7 years) in a technical purchasing role, ideally within the industrial plant engineering, power generation, or energy/oil & gas sectors;
  • Significant experience in negotiating and managing complex supplier contracts (terms, conditions, and SLAs);
  • High proficiency with SAP or a comparable ERP system is mandatory;
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and cost modeling;
  • Fluent English is mandatory.

SOFT SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Highly skilled in establishing and maintaining effective and productive relationships with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Sales, Operations) and external suppliers;
  • Possesses superior negotiation, communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills;
  • Strongly results-orientated, with a proven ability to plan, manage, and deliver against aggressive project deadlines. Assertive, proactive, and open to continuous organizational change;
  • Demonstrated collaborative approach to teamwork, capable of engaging the interest and participation of others. Resilient, self-motivated, and effective at managing high-pressure situations.

Salary Package
:
RAL 45-55K

LOCATION
:
near Novara - 2/5 Smart working

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