Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. As Procurement Manager, you will actively develop the supply chain processes to support our business at its best. You will work closely with three of Ingersoll Rand Air Treatment productions based in Italy and Slovakia and the cross-functional stakeholders internally and externally with our suppliers to ensure that our business targets are met or exceed. Driving cost and time effective delivery of quality components through key vendor relationships is critical. This position is responsible for creating an optimal Supplier base to meet business requirements. The role is key to leading the Company forward in securing quality suppliers of materials and components covering price, delivery and quality targets. In addition, in this role, you will drive the introduction of the Ingersoll Rand Procurement best practices into the facilities recently acquired by the Company. The position is located preferably in Cervignano (UD), Italy. Responsibilities: Developing and implementing procurement strategies that are inventive, cost-effective and in compliance with IR sourcing strategy for Direct Materials Sourcing and engaging reliable high performing suppliers Managing a portfolio of suppliers Leading negotiations to ensure best commercial conditions for IR including implementation of IR standards with respect to contractual settings Building and maintaining long-term relationships with strategic suppliers while continually scouting for new potential best in class vendors Preparing procurement reports. Conducting cost analyses and supplier's benchmarks Leading supplier escalations related to OTD, capacity, pricing Developing risk supplier strategy reflecting results from Risk assessments Monitoring and evaluating supplier's performance to drive continuous improvement with suppliers in terms of cost, quality OTD, service, flexibility and NWC Working closely with cross-functional teams - Operations, Logistics, Material planning, Finance, Engineering, Legal and others Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in relevant field Proven track record from Sourcing / Procurement / Supply Chain in industrial sector on level Procurement Manager or Senior/ Strategic buyer Contracting, pricing, supply chain/sourcing strategies Must possess demonstrated work experience to work with outsourced manufacturing suppliers and procurement teams to drive problem resolution, VMI / SOMI implementation, quality processes, and effective source cost analysis Demonstrated success in supplier management, cost reduction & inventory management Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with associated procurement based technical knowledge Proficiency in the strategic sourcing processes and supplier relationship management Business and financial acumen with excellent negotiation skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to prioritize in fast-paced business environment A collaborative approach with the ability to build excellent working relationships internally and externally Fluency in Italian and English. Location: Cervignano (UD), Italy. Percentage of Travel: up to 30% Min. Yrs. Experience: 7-10 years Education Standard: Technical Degree Key Competencies: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Supply Chain Acumen - Understands the key value creation processes within the Procurement function and the role of procurement manager plays. Project Management - Identifies resource needs, develops project plan, and drives project execution. Business Thinking/Strategizing - Demonstrates knowledge of suppliers, industry trends and new process/technology. Problem Solving - Understands and can execute the "three root cause approach" to problem solving - demonstrated ability to lead corrective action plan implementation and validation. Relationship Management - Works collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders at all levels. Benefits: Company car Cba welfare Flexible timetable Smart working Stock options Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40 respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com. J-18808-Ljbffr