Job Description Summary IIndirect Lead Material buyer will be responsible for management of indirect material for Aero Alliance Avenza Service Shop (Italy). She/He will report to the Strategic Facilities Leader in the Avenza Shop organization. This role is a permanent full-time position. Job Description As Indirect Lead Material buyer, you will be responsible for: Collecting Shop and Facilities & Maintenance requirements for commodity requests, and participating in prioritizing projects to meet delivery and cash targets Partnering with Shop and F&M teams to define needs and with Strategic Sourcing teams to ensure adherence to process in negotiation of framework agreements Driving end-to-end process improvement actions for indirect material procurement, identifying cost-saving opportunities Supporting sustainability projects and green procurement initiatives for the Avenza Shop Analyzing the market, identifying and onboarding new suppliers in compliance with Sourcing Policy Placing purchase orders to secure delivery within required cost and timing targets, managing risk and any disputes/claims that arise Managing relationships with suppliers for frame agreements/purchase orders fulfillment Monitoring supplier performances and providing KPI’s REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in economics or equivalent from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma) or equivalent knowledge or work experience Proven experience in Procurement and Sourcing, with deep knowledge of ERP system Strong negotiation and communication skills to effectively interact with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams. Flexibility in a dynamic environment. Proven experience in the aviation or oil and gas industry, or industrial background Fluency in Italian and in English, in writing and speaking. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No