PFor our client part of a global industrial company, we are seeking a /ppbr/ppstrongSOURCING MANAGER /strong /ppbr/ppReporting to Operations Manager, he/she will lead the sourcing function by building strong supplier partnerships, optimizing cost and quality, and aligning procurement strategies with the company’s growth objectives. The Sourcing Manager is a key driver of organizational transformation, enabling a proactive, data-driven, and cross-functional procurement approach. /ppThe Sourcing Manager focuses on enhancing supplier strategy, optimizing cost and quality, and ensuring that sourcing decisions are aligned with production, RD, and supply chain objectives. /ppbr/ppstrongKey Responsibilities: /strong /ppbr/pulliDefine and implement sourcing strategies aligned with business goals and production requirements. /liliSelect, evaluate, and develop suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and competitiveness. /liliLead cost optimization initiatives through value engineering, design-to-cost, and total cost of ownership analysis. /liliCollaborate with RD, Production, and Supply Chain to ensure procurement supports product development and operational efficiency. /liliMonitor supplier performance and manage risks to ensure continuity of supply. /liliPromote digitalization and data-driven decision-making in procurement processes. /liliEnsure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, including sustainability standards. /liliSupport the development and mentoring of procurement team members, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. /liliActively participate in quarterly sourcing meetings across the Business Area to share best practices, align on strategic initiatives, and explore supplier synergies. /liliCoordinate with sourcing managers from other companies within the Business Area to benchmark performance, harmonize approaches, and identify joint opportunities for improvement /li /ulpbr/ppstrongRequirements: /strong /ppbr/pulliDegree in strongEngineering. /strong /lilistrong10 years of experience in procurement /strong, with at least 5 in strongstrategic sourcing roles /strong in manufacturing companies /liliStrong knowledge of strongmanufacturing processes, supplier development, and cost analysis. /strong /liliProven strongleadership /strongand strongcross-functional collaboration skills /strong. /liliExperience with strongERP, PLM /strong systems and strongdigital procurement tools. /strong /liliFluent in strongItalian /strongand strongEnglish /strong; other languages are a plus. /li /ulpbr/ppPlace of work: Milano (north)/Hybrid /ppbr/ppIf you are interested in this role, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, authorizing the treatment of your personal data according to Dlgs. 196/03 GDPR specifying strongSM60 /strong to : /p