We are looking for an operational Purchaser to join our manufacturing site in Gambassi and ensure a continuous flow of raw materials for production.

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This is a key role within the supply chain organization. Your main responsibility will be to ensure that production is never stopped due to lack of materials.

This is a dynamic, hands-on role requiring daily coordination with suppliers, production, planning, and logistics, as well as quick decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

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- Purchasing raw materials and production-related materials based on operational needs.

- Daily creation and management of purchase orders in ERP system.

- Monitoring deliveries and ensuring on time, in full (OTIF) performance.

- Active communication with suppliers (order confirmations, expediting, issue resolution).

- Negotiating MOQs and lead times in alignment with Procurement.

- Managing inventory (stock levels, ageing, obsolete materials).

- Supporting product phase-in / phase-out activities.

- Solving day-to-day operational issues (delays, shortages, quality issues).

- Close cooperation with internal stakeholders (production, planning, logistics, customer service).





- Maintaining and updating planning parameters and master data in ERP.

Personality requirements and skills

Must have:

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- Operational purchasing or materials planning experience.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

- High level of ownership and responsibility.

- Stress resilience and ability to handle urgent situations.

- Strong communication and negotiation skills.

- Proactive, hands-on and team-oriented mindset.

Nice to have:

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- Experience in packaging / printing / manufacturing industry.

- Experience with MRP / planning tools.

- Inventory management experience.

This role is ideal for someone who is:

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- Prefers a practical, operational role close to production.

- Enjoys solving problems in real time.

- Reacts quickly to changes and unexpected situations.

- Understands the impact of supply chain decisions on production.

- Takes ownership and ensures production continuity.

What to expect:

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- Close cooperation with production, supply chain, and sales teams.

- Dynamic environment with changing priorities.

- Occasional operational challenges requiring problem-solving. xjncmbx

- Opportunity to gain strong insight into manufacturing processes.

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📌 Operational Purchaser (Magliano in Toscana)
🏢 adapa Group
📍 Magliano in Toscana