Job Opening: Local Purchasing Lead (m/f/d)
Location: Torino, Italy
About the Role
We are looking for a Local Purchasing Lead to manage all local purchasing activities related to direct production materials at our Connection Systems plant in Torino.
This role is part of the EMEA Supply Chain Management (SCM) Operations Team and serves as a key interface to the SCM Category Team, Supplier Quality, and other purchasing-related functions.
The position reports directly to the SCM Operations Manager CS EMEA.
The successful candidate will ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective purchasing operations while supporting plant performance and regional procurement strategy.
Your Responsibilities
Act as the
APTIV purchasing representative
for direct material topics toward internal stakeholders (local and EMEA) and external suppliers
Represent purchasing in
local project teams
, ensuring early involvement in:
New product launches
Business transfers
Engineering changes
Drive
cost reduction initiatives
and
process improvements
aligned with local and EMEA purchasing objectives
Monitor and report
material performance KPIs
and prepare management reports
Lead the
annual material budgeting process
Represent purchasing during
internal and external audits
Maintain and ensure accuracy of
ERP purchasing data
Support plant operations in resolving
supplier delivery issues
Manage and follow up on
blocked invoices
in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
Support and coordinate
indirect purchasing activities




in cooperation with the regional indirect team when required
Ensure full compliance with
APTIV policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Additional Responsibility: Country Fleet Manager
Act as the
local contact point
for company car-related topics
Coordinate fleet requirements with the
EMEA indirect purchasing organization
Your Profile
Master's degree in
Economics, Business Administration, Engineering,
or a comparable field
2–3 years of experience
in purchasing, ideally within the
automotive industry
Fluent in
English
(written and spoken)
Strong
communication and stakeholder management skills
Excellent
analytical and negotiation abilities
Proven
project management skills
; engineering background is a plus
Proficiency in
QAD / MFGPro, SAP, and Microsoft Office
Structured, proactive, and independent working style
High level of
commitment and assertiveness
Open-minded, hands?on, and eager to learn.
Compensation
The starting annual base salary for this position is
41,600 EUR gross
, with the opportunity for further growth based on your experience, skills, and overall qualifications.
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📌 Purchasing Supervisor (Torino)
🏢 Aptiv
📍 Torino