AVL Italia S.p. A. offers a job in Italy (IT) as Strategic Purchaser The Strategic Purchaser plays a critical role in ensuring procurement success within complex products and / or multi-category projects.
Acting as the primary representative of the purchasing function, this job integrates procurement activities with project management objectives, ensuring fulfillment of project / product requirements, aligning closely with the global category management team.
Acting as the purchasing representative in cross-functional project teams, the job also focuses on sourcing, supplier management, and risk mitigation to meet technical, commercial, and scheduling goals.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: Serves as the main liaison between the purchasing department and project teams, ensuring procurement alignment with project goals.
Develops and manages project/product-specific procurement strategies to meet technical, budgetary, and timeline constraints of product / project.
Coordinates the procurement of critical components and services for complex products and/or multi-category projects.
Works closely with project management and operations/production to meet specific project objectives.
Provides feedback to category managers on supplier performance and project challenges.
Ensures category strategies are adapted to project-specific requirements Leads negotiations for project-specific contracts, focusing on minimizing risks and achieving favorable terms.
Sets the interface to operational procurement / order handling.
Supports cost transparency and value engineering efforts during project planning and execution.
Identifies cost-saving opportunities and implements strategies to achieve project budget goals.




Monitors and controls project-related procurement costs and provides regular updates to stakeholders.
YOUR PROFILE: Commercial or technical education (university of applied sciences, university)Minimum 3 years in strategic purchasing, preferably in a project-driven or industrial environment.
Experience in automotive, machinery, or systems engineering industries is a plus.
Proven track record of managing procurement for complex products and/or multi-category projects.
Experience in working with international matrix organizations and multicultural project teams.
Ability to balance competing priorities and thrive in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
Advanced skills in supplier negotiation, contract management, and risk assessment.
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and procurement software.
Stakeholder management and communication skills.
A project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is a strong advantage Fluency in German and English languages Willingness to travel Contact Recruiter Talent Acquisition: Mariele Lo Bianco Interested?
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ABOUT AVL Italia S.p. AAVL Italia, founded in ****, provides the full portfolio of AVL technologies at the local level, offering customized solutions tailored to its customers.
With more than 40 years of experience and the support of a strong, highly qualified local team, AVL Italia is committed to making sustainable mobility a reality for everyone.
It also supports companies and industrial partners in transitioning to cleaner energy sources and adopting advanced technologies to reduce environmental impact.

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