For an important international luxury company, we are looking for a: PURCHASING SPECIALIST Main responsibilities: - Define and negotiate prices with the suppliers indicated and/or in cooperation with Engineering Dept. of the different product categories - Research of new potential suppliers - Liaise with suppliers and production departments to ensure that orders advance in a timely manner and manage reports’ updates - Liaise with internal departments of the different product categories (Planning, Production, Product development and Engineering) on a daily basis and update orders accordingly - In charge of a detailed follow up of the purchasing orders, relation of deliveries KPIs and reporting. Main requirements: - Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role for fashion companies - Good experience in dealing with leather and fabrics suppliers - Fluent in English, French knowledge preferred - Team work attitude - Excellent organizational and communicative skills Workplace: Florence Area