Job Title:brpSenior Buyer - Direct Commodities Aftermarketbr/pLocation:brpRemote (Headquarters in Italy)br/pAbout the Company:brpOur client is a leading automotive business with a strong presence in global markets. The company is committed to innovation, sustainability, and delivering high-quality products to its customers.br/pRole Overview:brpWe are seeking an experienced bSenior Buyer /b to manage procurement activities for bdirect commodities /b and baftermarket parts /b. This role will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost optimization while maintaining quality and delivery standards.br/pKey Responsibilities:brulliDevelop and implement sourcing strategies for direct commodities and aftermarket components. /liliNegotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable conditions. /liliMonitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality, delivery, and sustainability standards. /liliCollaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, production, logistics) to align purchasing strategies with business objectives. /liliAnalyze market trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic decision-making. /liliManage supplier development initiatives and mitigate supply chain risks. /liliSupport budgeting and forecasting for procurement activities.br/li /ulRequirements:brulliBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field. /liliMinimum 5+ years of experience in procurement within the automotive industry, focusing on direct commodities and aftermarket. /liliStrong negotiation and contract management skills. /liliExcellent knowledge of global supply markets and cost analysis. /liliProficiency in ERP systems and MS Office tools. /liliFluent in English; Italian or other European languages are a plus. /liliAbility to work independently in a remote environment and travel occasionally to HQ and supplier sites.br/li /ulWhat We Offer:brulliCompetitive salary and benefits package. /liliRemote working flexibility with occasional travel to Italy. /liliOpportunity to work in a dynamic, international environment. /liliCareer development and growth within a leading automotive organization. /li /ul