Mission: Optimize the strategic sourcing of suppliers reducing purchasing costs, in line with delivery deadlines and a high supply quality. Activities: - Is responsible for the definition and implementation of is own category strategies; - Support in strategic Make or Buy (MoB) decisions, as regards single product development and choices of vertical integration and M&A strategies; - Conduct a risk analysis for the purchase, by supplier or product, in order to mitigate and prevent risks associated with the purchasing process; - Support the Sales Function in developing the economical offer, as regards the external costs; - Analyse the spend Categories managed by the Company, in terms of impact to business and Category complexity and identifying potential actions per each Category; - Determine objectively the optimal number and mix of suppliers for each region and category - Interface with other company functions in order to provide purchasing solutions, as far as the requests of internal customers are concerned; - Analyse, by product category, products market trends and perform business intelligence activities, in order to improve the knowledge of the suppliers’ market; - Application of the most relevant sourcing strategy by macro-category; - Support in tactical Make or Buy decisions, in order to address potential issues with regards to production capacity and activate operational procurement, if needed; - Oversee suppliers and subcontractors, at program / LoB level, supporting verification of compliance with the contractual terms provided for what concerns performance, deadlines, and quality of supply; - Define long-term sourcing strategies with suppliers, also with the support of the Procurement Program Manager; - Monitor the progress of supply contracts, verifying the existence of any critical issues and defining, at the same time, recovery plans. Requirements: - Degree in Engineering/Technical/Business discipline; - 2 or more years of experience in Supply Chain and/or Material Management (or in a related position) with knowledge of organisational structure and processes is preferred; - Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office; - Knowledge of Order/Material Management SAP Transactions is preferred; - Capability to work in cross-functional team environments; - Good communication skills (verbal/written), both in Italian and English language; - Sense of responsibility, customer orientation, decision making, autonomous working attitude under pressure in a complex organisation, maintaining focus on targets, quality and respect of timing; - Minimum knowledge of aeronautical regulation/legislation preferred; - Flexibility for travel in Italy and abroad for short time if needed. Seniority: Primary Location: IT - Vergiate Additional Locations: Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: