PpSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: /p h3Job title: Senior Buyer /h3 pJob family: Supply Chain /p pBusiness area: Paper Textile /p pContract location: Capannori (Lucca), LU, IT /p pLocation type: Office Location / Office-based /p pContract type: Permanent /p pbANDRITZ /b is a globally leading supplier of plants, equipment, and services for hydropower stations, the pulp and paper industry, the metalworking and steel industries, and for solid/liquid separation in the municipal and industrial sectors as well as for animal feed and biomass pelleting. Other important business segments include automation and service business. The publicly listed technology Group is headquartered in Graz, Austria, and has a staff of approximately 30,000 employees. ANDRITZ operates more than 280 locations in over 40 countries. /p pbThe heart of Andritz Pulp and Paper Italy s.r.l. operations is /b based in Lucca, one of the main hubs of the global tissue industry (the so called tissue valley). The company specializes in the design and supply of advanced tissue and paper machinery, including complete production lines, rewinders and converting systems, roll handling and packaging systems, as well as automation and control solutions. In addition, it provides comprehensive after sales services and upgrades for both tissue and paper industries. /p pbArea of tasks, responsibility, and goals in the organizational area /b /p pManaging the procurement of materials and services required for production activities, ensuring continuity of supply, quality standards, and cost optimization. /p h3Main Responsibilities /h3 ul liDeveloping and managing the supplier base (national and international), building stable and long‑term relationships. /li liIndependently conducting commercial negotiations and securing the best purchasing conditions, with a strong focus on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). /li liSupporting the Purchasing Manager in the management and updating of framework/open contracts with key suppliers. /li liMonitoring purchase orders and deliveries to ensure material availability and production continuity. /li liPerforming market and competitor analysis to support purchasing strategy reviews and procurement planning. /li liManaging project budgets, analyzing variances, and proposing corrective actions. /li /ul h3Additionally, the role will include /h3 ul liManaging procurement activities related to industrial plants, piping systems, electrification, automation, and dedicated components. /li liLeading complex negotiations for the purchase and implementation of turnkey plants, including installation, commissioning, and testing services. /li liCoordinating with the Technical Department, Project Managers, and specialized suppliers to ensure technical, economic, and scheduling alignment of supplies. /li liCarrying out technical and economic evaluation of supplier offers, verifying specifications, and negotiating contractual conditions related to complex systems and industrial equipment. /li liTechnical High school Diploma. /li liRelevant experience in the field. /li /ul pbCollaboration with other entities: /b /p pProject management, sales, technical departments in the organizational unit, quality assurance, management functions of the company. /p h3Expectation / requirements of the job holder /h3 ul liExcellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills. /li liStrong organizational abilities and analytical mindset. /li liBasic ability to read and understand mechanical drawings. /li liPrevious experience in engineer‑to‑order/manufacturing companies is preferred. /li liExperience in the industrial and paper sector (Tissue or Paper Board) is considered a plus. /li liGood working knowledge of English. /li /ul pAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr