Per azienda produttiva (settore chimico/gomma e plastica) sita nella provincia di Pistoia sto selezionando un/una Procurement Director
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement the global procurement strategy aligned with business objectives and ESG policies.
* Identify, negotiate, and manage relationships with strategic suppliers of PVA, additives, complementary materials, and packaging.
* Ensure the best balance between quality, cost, delivery time, and supply risk.
* Collaborate with R&D and Operations to integrate innovative suppliers and solutions that reduce the environmental impact of products.
* Ensure all purchasing processes comply with international regulations, ethical codes, and internal policies.
* Lead and develop an international procurement team, promoting a high‑performance and cross‑functional collaboration culture.
* Monitor global market trends, raw material price fluctuations (PVA, biopolymers, sustainable packaging, etc.), and geopolitical dynamics affecting the supply chain.
* Promote the adoption of digital tools and e‑procurement systems to improve efficiency and transparency.
Required Skills and Experience
* Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Economics, or related fields; MBA or Master’s in Supply Chain Management preferred.
* Minimum 10 years of experience in strategic procurement or purchasing management roles, preferably within multinational environments in the chemical, packaging, or polymer sectors.
* Deep knowledge of polymeric raw materials, particularly PVA and derivatives.
* Proven experience in managing global suppliers and negotiating long‑term contracts.
* Strong skills in cost analysis, risk management, and supply chain sustainability.
* Excellent command of English (written and spoken); other languages are a plus.
* Leadership, influencing ability, and strong results orientation.
* Strategic vision and analytical mindset.
* Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
* Flexibility and problem‑solving attitude.
* Strong commitment to sustainability and innovation.
* Ability to thrive in complex, multicultural environments.
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