AVL Italia S.p.A. offers a job in Italy (IT) as
Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Powertrain
The
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
works to develop an innovative and competitive supply base for powertrain, vehicle, and battery development. The role focuses on ensuring speed, quality, and risk reduction across sourcing activities while supporting new business opportunities.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Identify and scout new suppliers in automotive and energy-related sectors
Perform technical and economic pre-qualification and supplier assessments
Support RFQ processes, including supplier selection and benchmarking
Conduct Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis and cost breakdowns
Manage supplier-related risks and ensure mitigation strategies
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, and Project Management teams
Develop and maintain supplier dossiers and benchmarking analyses
Run mini RFIs and organize technical visits to supplier facilities
Monitor supplier performance through monthly dashboards and KPIs
Support proposal preparation and contribute to new business acquisition
Analyze technical drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing processes
Ensure alignment with APQP, PPAP, and IATF standards
Continuously improve supplier competitiveness and sourcing efficiency
YOUR PROFILE:
Degree in Engineering, Economics, or a related field
3–7 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supplier scouting
Experience in automotive and/or energy sectors




Strong knowledge of powertrain systems (ICE, BEV, PHEV, FCEV); battery systems (cells, modules, BMS, cooling); vehicle engineering and prototyping; mechanical and electronic components
Ability to read technical drawings and analyze Bills of Materials (BOM)
Familiarity with manufacturing processes and quality standards (APQP, PPAP, IATF)
Strong analytical skills (TCO, cost analysis, competitiveness evaluation)
Excellent negotiation and risk assessment capabilities
Executive-level communication and synthesis skills
Proactive, autonomous, and results-oriented mindset
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
Proficiency in English (good to advanced level)
Willingness to travel
RAL
: 30k - 37k
Contact RecruiterTalent Acquisition:
Mariele Lo Bianco
Interested?
If so, please use our online application tool to send your application to AVL!
ABOUT AVL Italia S.p.A
AVL 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.

📌 Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Powertrain (Cavriago)
🏢 AVL Italia
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