Buyer
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This position reports to:
Procurement Manager__
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to purchase materials according to required technical specifications, price, delivery schedule, and terms for our Motion Traction division located in Genoa. Each day, you will ensure purchasing activities align with corporate purchasing policies and procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying new suppliers in cooperation with the relevant category team.
The work model for the role is: #LI-Hybrid
You will be mainly accountable for:
Purchase materials in accordance with required technical specifications, price, delivery schedules, and contractual terms, negotiating with key suppliers and periodically renewing price lists, terms, and conditions
Initiate purchase orders based on approved purchase requisitions, in line with standard procedures, and confirm deliveries with suppliers
Track goods receipts to verify correct deliveries and ensure timely invoice processing
Monitor supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, lead time) and resolve related performance issues
Identify and qualify new suppliers in collaboration with supplier quality and engineering specialists
Align supplier orders with customer requirements in terms of content, quality, delivery, sustainability, and cost
Support bid and proposal teams by providing relevant market and supplier information
Define demand forecasts in collaboration with Global Category Managers, part of the Global SCM Team based in Switzerland
Execute cost reduction and value optimization projects
Qualifications for the role
2–3 years of experience in a similar role is considered a plus
Degree in Economics or Engineering (Management, or similar)
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Good knowledge of Italian and English, both written and spoken (minimum B2 level)
Knowledge of SAP is an advantage
Strong negotiation skills, organizational abilities, analytical mindset, and results-oriented approach
Proven experience working with ERP systems and standard operating procedures
A collaborative, solution-oriented attitude, with strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
We also offer our employees the following benefits:
Competitive compensation: Attractive salary packages and performance bonuses.
Corporate welfare: Access to a wide range of services and personal well-being support.
Career development: Structured career paths, individual development plans, opportunities for internal mobility, including international roles, technical and managerial training programs, mentoring and access to global learning platforms
Flexibility and work-life balance: Flexible working hours, hybrid work options, and a strong focus on work-life integration.
Employee Support: free services like psychological help, wellness coaching, and emotional support for employees and their families.
Parental Leave: at least 12 weeks of fully paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks for secondary caregivers, promoting DEI values.
Meal allowance: Access to canteen is provided to support daily lunch expenses
More about us
ABB Traction is a leader in traction technologies, driving innovation in rail and e-mobility. Our propulsion, auxiliary and energy storage solutions contribute to making transportation more sustainable, while saving energy every day. Our people and culture are the foundation of our success. We all together make the difference for our customers every day.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
