PAre you ready to shape the future of sustainable industries?Join GEA and become part of a global team that’s driving innovation, excellence, and impact across the food, beverage, and process sectors.GEA is one of the leading suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and for a wide range of other process industries. Around 18,000 employees in over 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success: join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams, and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.GEA Homogenizer is the GEA business unit renowned for its cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions in the field of homogenization and piston pumps. Our passion for what we do drives us to excel, not only in product quality but also in creating a dynamic, smart, and modern work environment. As a global company with local roots, we are committed to bringing innovation to our community in Parma and to the world. /ppHow you'll make an impact /pulliCollaborate with category managers to implement procurement strategies /liliLead negotiations, manage RFQs, and make awarding decisions aligned with strategy /liliSelect and develop suppliers, identifying new opportunities for growth /liliResolve supplier issues (quality, delivery, service) with a proactive approach /liliPartner with local procurement teams to optimize purchasing processes /liliMonitor and communicate supplier performance /liliDrive automation, digitalization, and tool improvements /liliEnsure cost efficiency, availability, and innovation in procurement activities /liliGuarantee compliance with procurement policies and statutory requirements /liliContribute to the Strategic Buyer Community in Italy, fostering teamwork and communication /liliAdapt and implement catalogues and framework contracts at divisional/regional level /li /ulpKey accountabilities /pulliBusiness Impact: Shape procurement strategy and deliver measurable cost savings /liliInnovation Change: Continuously improve procurement processes and drive efficiency /liliDecision-Making Power: Define local supplier strategies, control spend, and lead supply chain improvements /li /ulpCommunication partners /pulliInternal: Supply Chain, Production, Engineering, Global Procurement /li /ulpWhat sets you up for success /pulliBachelor’s degree in Engineering or Economics /liliExperience in procurement processes /liliStrong background in contract and quality management /liliSolid expertise in cost analysis and management /liliExperience in complex/matrix organizations and corporate procurement strategies /liliMarket analysis and supplier relationship management skills /liliFluent in English, with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities /liliStrong negotiation, commercial, and interpersonal skills /liliAvailability for business travel /liliAdvanced Excel and PowerPoint skills /li /ulpBonus points if you have... /pulliProcurement/Supply Chain certification /liliSAP Ariba/SAP experience /li /ulpWhat We Value /pulliHighest standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism /liliPositive, courteous, and collaborative approach with colleagues and suppliers /liliAbility to make independent decisions with minimal supervision /liliTeam spirit, fairness, and goal-oriented mindset /li /ulpWhy GEA /ppHere, you’ll find: /pulliA truly international environment with diverse teams /liliOpportunities for career growth and personal development /liliA workplace that values innovation, sustainability, and excellence /li /ulpReady to engineer a better world with us? Apply today and let’s build something extraordinary together. /ph3About GEA /h3 #J-18808-Ljbffr