LHH
On behalf of our client, an
international group operating in the specialty chemicals sector, we are looking
for a Global Sourcing
Manager.
The role will lead the global sourcing strategy for raw materials
and oversee key procurement categories, ensuring cost competitiveness, supply
continuity and risk mitigation. Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain,
R&D;, Regulatory, Commercial and Finance, the role will act as a trusted
advisor to leadership on market trends, supply risks and sourcing
opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute global sourcing
strategies for raw materials while overseeing procurement activities for
packaging, contract manufacturing, and selected indirect spend categories
- Establish procurement governance,
best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization
- Build and lead a Procurement Center
of Excellence (CoE) to strengthen capabilities, consistency, and procurement
excellence
- Support innovation and new product
development through supplier partnerships and alternative material sourcing
- Lead supplier qualification,
selection, negotiations, contracting, and strategic supplier relationship
management
- Drive supplier performance, cost
competitiveness, quality, innovation, and service through effective performance
management processes
- Monitor commodity markets,
regulatory developments, transportation trends, and geopolitical factors
impacting supply and cost structures
- Identify supply risks and implement
mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity and reliable access to
critical materials
- Provide market intelligence and
strategic sourcing recommendations to leadership while partnering with




cross-functional teams to support business growth and operational excellence
Your Profile
Requirements and Skills:
- Minimum 10 years of experience in
Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain Management
- Proven success leading global
sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract management
- Strong expertise in strategic
sourcing, market analysis, supplier relationship management, and procurement
best practices
- Experience developing and managing
KPIs that drive cost efficiencies and service improvements
- Experience in specialty chemicals,
agricultural chemicals, crop protection, or specialty chemical manufacturing is
strongly preferred
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain,
Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Fluent in English and Italian
- Strong leadership, communication,
analytical, and stakeholder management skills, with a high level of integrity
and accountability
Contract and Compensation:
Employment under CCNL Industria
Chimica ? Chimico Farmaceutica - Quadro
Indicative salary range: €57.000 ?
€72.000 gross per year, defined according to the candidate's experience and
qualifications.
MBO of 15% of the annual gross
salary.
Location: Northern province of
Bologna
?Candidates, in compliance with Legislative Decree 198/2006, 215/2003 and 216/2003, are invited to read the privacy notice available below the data request form on the application page (EU Regulation No. 2016/679).
The job offer is open to candidates of all genders, in compliance with Legislative Decree 198/2006 and current regulations on equal opportunities. The company promotes an inclusive work environment and ensures equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation or disability.?
Settore: Industria chimica
Ruolo: Middle e Top Management

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