Category Specialist for Corporate Procurement Specialista Senior / Project Manager In this role you will drive procurement within HR Services, Marketing and Professional Services, executing strategy and optimizing supplier performance. You will work with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver value, manage sourcing events, and negotiate agreements with key suppliers. The position supports ABB's global procurement function, contributing to cost-out initiatives and process improvements.
You will join a collaborative, international team focused on shaping the future of corporate procurement and delivering measurable impact.
international exposure competitive compensation and benefits package (location-based)
Execute the procurement strategy in alignment with the category team and business stakeholders
Conduct purchasing activities based on needs, specifications, price, delivery, and terms
Manage ABB-approved suppliers and monitor performance for quality, compliance, and value
Provide market insights, evaluate bids, and negotiate supplier agreements
Ensure sourcing events use appropriate eSourcing tools and maintain supplier master data
Identify and qualify new suppliers with internal stakeholders to support business needs
Initiate and implement cost-out and optimization initiatives to meet financial targets
Coordinate procurement orders and deliveries, maintaining reports and documentation in systems
5 years of procurement experience, preferably indirect services in HR, Marketing, or Professional Services
Strong negotiation skills with analytical mindset
Excellent communication and stakeholder management across seniority levels
Team player who can also work independently
Comfort with legal and contractual terms
Fluency in spoken and written English
Proactive team contributor and adaptable to new situations In this role you will drive procurement within HR Services, Marketing and Professional Services, executing strategy and optimizing supplier
📌 Category Specialist for Corporate Procurement (Milano)
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📍 Milano