Tailor&Fox – your HR Business Partner - On behalf of our Client, a prestigious luxury automotive company based in the "Motor Valley" in the Bologna area, we are searching for :BUYER / SENIOR BUYER – AUTOMOTIVEYou will report to the Commodity Manager in the Procurement Area and be responsible for the complete management of the material group within different commodities: Metal / Powertrain / Electronics.ResponsibilitiesLeading price negotiations and mediating award decisions through a worldwide Bidder’s List;Identifying & leading cost saving ideas including supplier visits at plant;Scouting for new suppliers and innovation with a deep focus on economics and business sustainability;Analysing new market trends and deriving acquisition strategies;Being an active player in the Group Commodity Meeting aligning the Purchasing Strategy with the other brands;Early involvement in the project to define the best technology to match project needs & targets;Working with the latest e-procurement solutions;Active member of cross-functional teams.QualificationsUniversity degree in Engineering;At least 3-4 years experience;Background in the automotive sector is considered a plus;Good negotiation skills;Business fluency in English;Target-oriented approach;Team working attitude;Analytical skills;Ability to deliver under pressure;Willingness to work cross-functionally.Place of Work : Bologna area
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