Tailor&Fox – your HR Business Partner - On behalf of our Client, a prestigious luxury automotive company based in the "Motor Valley", in the Bologna area, we are searching for:
BUYER/SENIOR BUYER – AUTOMOTIVE
You will report to the Commodity Manager in the Procurement Area and be responsible for the complete management of the material group within different commodities: Interior (senior buyer) / Powertrain / Electronics (buyer)
Your responsibilities will focus on:
* Leading price negotiations and mediating award decisions through a worldwide Bidder's List;
* Identifying & Leading cost Saving Ideas including supplier visits at plant;
* Scouting for new suppliers and Innovation with a deep focus on Economics and Business Sustainability;
* Analysing new market trends and deriving acquisition strategies;
* Being an active player in the Group Commodity Meeting aligning the Purchasing Strategy with the other Brands;
* Early involvement in the Project to Define the best technology to match project Needs & Targets;
* Working with the latest e-procurement solutions;
* Active member of cross-functional teams.
Requirements
In order to meet these targets, you will need:
* University Degree in Engineering;
* At least 3-4 years experience;
* Background in the automotive sector is considered a plus;
* Good negotiations skills;
* Business fluency in English;
* Target-oriented approach;
* Team working attitude;
* Analytical skills;
* Ability to deliver under pressure;
* Willingness to work cross-functionally.
Other info:
Place of Work: Bologna area