Job description
Part of the Carmeuse Europe Purchasing Team and reporting directly to the Area Purchasing Manager for Italy, the
Technical Buyer
manages the following categories for the Italian perimeter:
local CAPEX
mobile equipment
quarry contractors
general maintenance services.
Main missions will be:
Execute the purchasing strategy for the assigned categories and lead sourcing from requisition to contract
Receive and review Scopes of Work and specifications from operations, maintenance and engineering, challenge them when seen fit, and propose technical and commercial alternatives
Manage local CAPEX purchases linked to industrial projects, working directly with project leaders, process engineers, EIA engineers and legal to ensure suppliers understand company requirements and deliver as needed
Manage the mobile equipment category, balancing availability, safety, operating cost and life-cycle cost
Manage quarry contractors including tendering, contract set-up, rates follow-up and contractor performance and compliance review together with operations and HSE
Manage general maintenance services through framework agreements securing response time, quality and cost
Develop and manage the local supplier panel: prospecting, qualification and supplier audits (general impression of the supplier's workshop or production facilities, equipment condition, operating and information procedures, quality management, delivery reliability, employee qualification), performance follow-up and quick, reliable resolution of supplier issues
Contracting: contract draft preparation,



securing internal contract review and approval by all relevant stakeholders according to Carmeuse Grant of Authorities (including legal check), contract signing and distribution to the respective stakeholders
Manage SAP purchase requisitions and orders and any other P2P action linked to his/her scope
Obtain market and hard savings according to Carmeuse goals, report savings, savings pipeline and risks to the Area Purchasing Manager, and execute tasks in a timely manner according to the site and project schedules
Contribute to European category management initiatives (punctual missions at European level may be required), and improve and share purchasing best practices across the areas
Visit the Italian sites on a regular basis (around 20% of travel)
Requirements and Skills needed
Minimum a degree in purchasing or engineering.
A technical background is a plus
5-10 years of experience in a similar function, in industrial or technical purchasing (CAPEX, services, contractors)
Experience in a heavy industry environment (lime, cement, glass, steel, mining, chemicals) is a plus, as well as a good understanding of the technical aspects and manufacturing process of such an industry




Knowledge in negotiation and contract management
Full professional proficiency in Italian and in English is required
Computer skills required (Excel, PowerPoint; SAP knowledge is a plus)
Ability to travel within Italy according to needs (around 20%)
Strong coordination and cooperation skills and a proactive approach
Adaptability, accountability, and results-driven approach
Teamwork, communication skills and integrity
About Us
Unicalce, now part of the Carmeuse group, is the leading Italian producer of calcium and dolomitic lime and derivatives.
Founded in **** and headquartered in Lecco, the company operates 11 production plants across the whole country for a production capacity of 2 million tonnes per year, together with its Premier line of premixed materials produced on 4 sites, and employs around 460 people.
Its lime-based products and solutions serve the steel, environmental, energy, manufacturing and construction sectors.
As part of the Carmeuse group, Unicalce combines its strong Italian industrial footprint with the resources, standards and purchasing organization of an international lime producer.
Unicalce is dedicated to maintaining a workplace that fosters equal opportunity and creates a diverse and inclusive work environment.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.
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