The Purchase Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational management of purchasing materials, equipment, and molds for the production of automotive interiors and components for the naval and aviation sectors, ensuring compliance with OEM requirements in terms of quality, costs, lead times, and process robustness throughout the entire product life cycle.
S/he reports to the Poltrona Frau In Motion General Manager.
Main ActivitiesTechnical Purchasing - Direct Materials
Management of purchasing of direct materials critical to the production process (natural and synthetic leather, plastic supports, foams, adhesives, technical yarns)
Technical assessment of suppliers in collaboration with Quality and Process Engineering.
Definition of technical supply specifications and tender documents.
Management of supply PPAPs (PSW, IMDS, material certifications).
Monitoring and improvement of supplier performance (PPM, OTD, cost savings).
Mold and Equipment Purchasing
Complete management of mold and production equipment sourcing
Collaboration with the Industrialization and Technical Departments for definition of technical specifications, evaluation of manufacturing cycles, definition of service life, maintainability and repeatability requirements
Coordination of the following phases: technical RFQs, design review, mold progress monitoring, final technical acceptance
Management of mold ownership contracts according to OEM requirements
Project Management and Industrialization
Active participation in APQP teams for new OEM projects
Support for the prototyping, pre-series, and SOP phase
Management of purchasing timing consistent with project milestones
Supply risk analysis (supplier process PFMEA).
Cost Control and Continuous Improvement
Support for defining target costs for materials and investments (CAPEX)
Cost breakdown analysis and value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE)
Implementation of dual sourcing and local sourcing strategies
Support for cost reduction and margin recovery activities.
Automotive Quality and Compliance
Support for second-party supplier audits
Management of supplier non-conformities (8D, claims, deviations)
Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, VDA, and OEM CSR
Management of technical changes and supplier change management (ECN)
Education and Experience
Degree in Economics, Management Engineering, or similar discipline
At least 5 years' experience in procurement roles in the automotive industry (OEM or Tier 1)
Knowledge of supply chain processes and automotive regulations (VDA, IATF, ISO)
Knowledge of automotive interior materials (leather, fabrics, plastic substrates)
Fluent English; knowledge of a second language is preferred.
Specific experience in Cost Engineering is a plus.
Skills and Abilities
Excellent negotiation and international supplier management skills
Analytical skills and a results-oriented approach. Leadership and the ability to work in cross-functional teams
Problem-solving and critical management skills
Quality focus and attention to detail
Flexibility and the ability to operate in dynamic environments.
WorkplaceTolentino (MC)
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