Senior Buyer We are looking to recruit Senior Buyer to join our team. This is a full time position based at our company headquarters in Modena, Italy Key Responsibilities End-to-end management of the procurement process for electronic components (ICs, passive components, PCBs, modules, cables, electromechanical components) Selection, qualification, and management of suppliers (distributors and manufacturers), with a strong focus on quality, reliability, and sustainability Negotiation of pricing, commercial terms, framework agreements, and medium- to long-term supply contracts Monitoring of the electronic components market (lead times, shortages, obsolescence, EOL, alternative components) Collaboration with R&D and industrialization on: component selection BOM alternatives design-to-cost activities Support in managing supply chain issues (delays, shortages, escalations) Cost analysis (TCO) and implementation of cost-saving strategies Management of purchase orders, forecasting, and planning in coordination with production and logistics Monitoring of purchasing KPIs (OTD, cost savings, vendor rating) Support for supplier audits and continuous improvement processes Requirements Education Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma (Electronics, Engineering, Economics, or equivalent) Experience At least 7–10 years of experience as a Buyer / Senior Buyer in the electronics or industrial sector Direct experience with electronic components and international supply chains Technical Skills Excellent knowledge of the electronic components market Ability to read and understand BOMs and technical documentation Experience in managing Asian and European suppliers Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or equivalent) Good knowledge of obsolescence management, second sourcing, and EOL topics Soft Skills Strong negotiation skills Analytical mindset and results-oriented approach Ability to work in complex environments and under pressure Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with internal stakeholders Languages Fluent written and spoken English