Senior Buyer
We are looking to recruit Senior Buyer to join our team. This is a tempo pieno 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 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