Marelli is one of the world's leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence.
Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world.
Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships.
Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers.
Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business.
Become a Part of the Marelli team. We are a global independent automotive supplier with a passion for performance and speed. We are pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence.
Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next.
Our purpose is simple yet ambitious:
\"Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.\"
Joining the Marelli Motorsport team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation, racing ahead, developing advanced systems and components for two- and four-wheels competition vehicles.
Marelli Motorsport works both as a technological incubator of advanced custom-made solutions for the world of motor racing and as brand ambassador.
Our main goal is to improve efficiency in all the technologies that we develop, increasing power and reducing losses while minimizing size and weight.
As a global yet fast-evolving company, we're looking for team members who want to grow and evolve with us.
About The Position
We are looking for a Senior Buyer to join the Motorsport Purchasing team, reporting directly to the Motorsport Head of Purchasing.
The Senior Buyer will be focused on the management of purchasing activities about electronics componenets and assemblies.
This position is based at our office in Corbetta (MI).
Your Responsibilities Will Be
Execute Motorsport Purchasing strategy dealing with all procurement activities from request for offer to the purchase order, to the arrival of materials at plant acting as interface between internal customers and external suppliers;
To manage BOM costing and valorization activities according to Sales and R&D; requests analyzing and suggesting opportunities for cost reduction;
To maintain integrity of the master data and purchasing planning parameters to minimize material liability and to balance the costs;
Own and execute the sourcing strategy for electronic components and assemblies, ensuring continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, and quality compliance
Lead end-to-end procurement activities: supplier scouting, RFQ/RFP management, negotiation, contracting, and performance monitoring
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and supply agreements to optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Manage strategic suppliers and build long-term partnerships, acting as the main commercial interface
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, R&D;, Quality, Operations, and Finance to support product development and industrialization
Monitor market trends, component availability, technological evolution, and supply chain risks (shortages, obsolescence, geopolitical impacts)
Drive cost reduction initiatives, value engineering, and make-or-buy analysis
Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, ESG requirements, and relevant regulations
Manage supplier performance through KPIs, audits, and corrective action plans
Support budgeting, forecasting, and inventory optimization for electronic materials
Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes and digital tools
To keep price list update and prepare ad hoc purchasing weekly (purchase orders) and monthly reports.
What Qualifications You Will Bring
Engineering or Economics Degree;
Italian very good and English fluent;
At least 8 years of professional experience in a similar role inside Automotive, Automation, Mechanical Parts or similar industries;
Cost breakdown for the electronic parts;
SAP system knowledge (including basic knowledge of MRP and BOM);
Budgeting process basic knowledge;
Sufficient knowledge about legal aspects of procurement contract;
Finance basic;
Supplier Panel management experience;
Other Skills That We Would Welcome
ADACI Professional certification of at least Level 2 or equivalent
Ability to handle stress
Able to persuade other using negotiation techniques
Ability to make intuitive and balanced decisions
Attention to details
Proactive thinker and goals oriented
What Does This Position Offer You
Fast-pacing yet supportive and high-performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility.
Be part of a stimulating new project just on the earth of Motorsport most ambitious championships.
Develop technicalities as well as soft abilities.
Flexible working hours and great chance to learn.
About Us
Marelli is one of the world's leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence.
Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world.
Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships.
Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers.
Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business.
Within the walls of Marelli, we believe in enabling people to do their best work.
Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture.
Be part of it
At Marelli, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace.
We are committed to nurturing talent in our diverse environment, and we take pride in our various employee resource groups, such as Marelli Women, Brains & Hearts Wellbeing, All Cultures, and Marelli's Rainbow.
We believe these groups foster creativity and innovation through the unique perspectives of a multicultural community.