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