PThe bEngineering Division /b of bRandstad Professional Leaders Search Selection /b - specialized in theb search and selection of middle senior management profiles - /b on behalf of our client, a global provider of industrial plants and systems, we are looking for a: /ppbr/ppbSENIOR TECHNICAL BUYER /b /ppbr/ppbPOSITION SUMMARY /b: /ppThe Senior Technical Buyer will play a critical role in sourcing complex components, equipment, and services essential for our bespoke engineering projects. This role reports directly to the Procurement Manager and requires a proactive, results-oriented professional with a strong technical background and exceptional negotiation skills. /ppbr/ppbKEY RESPONSIBILITIES: /b /pulliTake ownership of the end-to-end procurement process for technical components, proprietary equipment, and specialized services, ensuring alignment with customer specifications, defined Incoterms, and technical data input from Engineering and Operations Departments; /liliConduct proactive, worldwide market monitoring, scouting, and competitive intelligence gathering on supplier landscapes to ensure business effectiveness, cost optimization, and supply chain resilience; /liliLead complex negotiations with global suppliers to secure advantageous contracts, improved pricing, and optimal terms of business. Utilize best-practice procurement tools and methods to identify opportunities for significant business savings; /liliRigorously ensure all sourcing activities, supplier negotiations, and contract awards adhere strictly to internal company guidelines, purchasing policies, and regulatory compliance standards; /liliCultivate, maintain, and manage robust, long-term relationships with key strategic suppliers to foster strong communication, collaborative problem-solving, and continuous performance improvement; /liliCritically assess technical tenders, proposals, and quotations submitted by potential suppliers, ensuring alignment with quality, cost, and delivery requirements; /liliDevelop and champion strategies and ideas focused on enhancing operational efficiency, delivering added value, and supporting the continuous improvement of overall supply chain performance; /liliPrepare and process complex purchase orders accurately, reflecting the terms of final negotiations and organizational targets. /li /ulpbr/ppbREQUIREMENTS: /b /pulliA relevant degree in Business/Commercial studies, Manufacturing, or Engineering is strongly preferred; /liliProven experience (5/7 years) in a technical purchasing role, ideally within the industrial plant engineering, power generation, or energy/oil gas sectors; /liliSignificant experience in negotiating and managing complex supplier contracts (terms, conditions, and SLAs); /liliHigh proficiency with SAP or a comparable ERP system is mandatory; /liliAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and cost modeling; /liliFluent English is mandatory. /li /ulpbr/ppbSOFT SKILLS REQUIRED: /b /pulliHighly skilled in establishing and maintaining effective and productive relationships with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Sales, Operations) and external suppliers; /liliPossesses superior negotiation, communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills; /liliStrongly results-orientated, with a proven ability to plan, manage, and deliver against aggressive project deadlines. Assertive, proactive, and open to continuous organizational change; /liliDemonstrated collaborative approach to teamwork, capable of engaging the interest and participation of others. Resilient, self-motivated, and effective at managing high-pressure situations. /li /ulpbr/ppbSalary Package: /bRAL 45-55K /ppbLOCATION: /bnear Novara - 2/5 Smart working /ppbr/ppAccording to current legislation, the job offer is intended for both sexes (L. 903/77). The data will be processed and kept exclusively for present and future selection purposes, guaranteeing the rights set out in art. 7 and 13 of Legislative Decree 196/2003 on the Protection of Privacy. /p