Requisition ID: 20764
Job Category: Purchasing
Career level: Specialist
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Airasca (To), IT
Do you like working in an international environment where you can grow and gain a wide perspective on purchasing activities? Are you someone who values creativity and open-mindedness, and is keen to both improve your skills and share your expertise? Then you can be our next…. Senior Buyer IDMS & Lubricants You will be the responsible buyer on country level for purchasing activities related to Lubricants, Chemicals & Compound and Spare Parts (MRO) and will have the task to perform local purchasing according to defined strategy and frameworks. You will work in close contact with EMEA category lead and global category managers to support the deployment of strategies on country level, and with local stakeholders to identify initiatives to reduce TCO (Total Cost of Ownership), and improve efficiency and ensure sustainability.
Key Responsibilities Actively participate in global and regional strategic sourcing project, in the validation of the sourcing strategy implementation approach, and relevance of RFI/RFP. Deploy the projects on the country/factory to make effective planned results. Negotiate and sign local agreements according to EMEA category management and global strategy and implementation of new contracts. Define and take corrective actions to improve contracts compliance. Collect Issues from stakeholders and deal with suppliers to deliver solutions. Analyze SKF IDM&S Spend and markets trends to develop purchasing strategic initiatives to reduce TCO. Perform internal and external analysis, to define appropriate sourcing strategy and promote key projects to deliver TCO reduction. Develop negotiation strategy and lead supplier negotiations. Concerning "categories" you will participate in testing activities for Lubricants, Chemicals & Compound, working collaboratively with our stakeholders, bringing sustainable solutions within the context of the Circular Economy. Also will be able to introduce new solutions in the spare parts category, having as the main driver the reduction of energy consumption and the efficiency of the spare parts purchase channel.
What we are looking for: Degree in Engineering, Business Economics or Business Administration. Knowledge of Lubricants, Chemicals & Compound and in Purchasing for Manufacturing units. Proven strategic purchasing skills with a focus towards supplier management, contract management, relationship management and Negotiation Skills. Problem-solving attitude, data analysis attitude and result oriented mindset. Availability to travel. Proficiency in English and Italian, both written and spoken. SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF You will enjoy working here if you are…
able to create relationships at any level within our Company and act as facilitator between suppliers and SKF stakeholders.
Our offer
The opportunity to be part of a well-established company offering an innovative and fully equipped professional environment. You will join a team of well-motivated colleagues. We look forward to see you develop as a professional who creates a career in SKF and we will support your steps.
Some additional information
This position will be located in the SKF site of Airasca (Turin), on local contract. You will report to the IDM&S Operations Manager Italy. For question regarding recruitment process, please contact Simona Collino, Recruitment Expert EMEA, at ******.
Please note that we can't accept applications via email. At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. Is this you?
If the answer is "Yes!", please submit your application, in English, no later than September 29, 2024.
Candidates will hear from us shortly after the final application date.
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