Senior Buyer
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We are looking to recruit Senior Buyer to join our team. This is a full time position based at our company headquarters in Modena, Italy..
Key Responsibilities
End-to-end management of the procurement process for electronic components (ICs, passive components, PCBs, modules, cables, electromechanical components)
Selection, qualification, and management of suppliers (distributors and manufacturers), with a strong focus on quality, reliability, and sustainability
Negotiation of pricing, commercial terms, framework agreements, and medium- to long-term supply contracts
Monitoring of the electronic components market (lead times, shortages, obsolescence, EOL, alternative components)
Collaboration with R&D and industrialization on:
component selection
BOM alternatives
design-to-cost activities
Support in managing supply chain issues (delays, shortages, escalations)
Cost analysis (TCO) and implementation of cost-saving strategies
Management of purchase orders, forecasting, and planning in coordination with production and logistics
Monitoring of purchasing KPIs (OTD, cost savings, vendor rating)
Support for supplier audits and continuous improvement processes
Requirements
Education
Bachelor's degree or technical diploma (Electronics, Engineering, Economics, or equivalent)
Experience
At least 7–10 years of experience as a Buyer / Senior Buyer in the electronics or industrial sector
Direct experience with electronic components and international supply chains
Technical Skills
Excellent knowledge of the electronic components market
Ability to read xivgfpx and understand BOMs and technical documentation
Experience in managing Asian and European suppliers
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or equivalent)
Good knowledge of obsolescence management, second sourcing, and EOL topics
Soft Skills
Strong negotiation skills
Analytical mindset and results-oriented approach
Ability to work in complex environments and under pressure
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with internal stakeholders
Languages
Fluent written and spoken English