Responsibilities
Buy materials according to production schedule to ensure production continuity, following purchasing strategy and cost efficiency target
Monitor deliveries confirmations and escape missing confirmation to avoid impact on production
Issue purchase orders according to customer and production needs
Updating constantly the backlog in order to get confirmations and delivery date on time
Review excess and shortage of material sources with Purchasing to minimize the impact
Identify critical material deliveries, prioritize them through the supply chain and work with suppliers to cover material demand
Cooperate with R&D; or/and Sourcing to identify alternatives and second source in case of shortage
Cooperate with Production Planning to manage the risks in supply of materials
Escalate to direct supervisor any possible issues that can impact on production continuity
Cooperate with Sourcing to update MRP parameters relative to security stocks, lead time, MOQ, rounding value to optimize the supply chain
Management of daily communication with suppliers and Purchasing
Requirements




Basic ability to handle and manage technical drawings
Experience in procurement or material planning roles
Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP knowledge is a plus)
Strong communication skills
Ability to manage supplier relationships
Preferred background in mechanical industry or industrial automation industry
Knowledge of English language (B1 level)
High school diploma or university degree
Hard Skills
procurement
material planning
technical drawings
MRP parameters
cost efficiency
production scheduling
supply chain management
supplier relationship management
backlog management
material demand forecasting
Soft Skills
strong communication skills
problem-solving
collaboration
escalation management
prioritization
risk management
adaptability
negotiation
organizational skills
interpersonal skills
Certifications & Qualifications
high school diploma
university degree
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📌 Procurement Buyer Specialist (Italia)
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📍 Italia