Buyer

At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to: Purchasing Manager

Responsibilities

• Initiate purchase orders in the system according to purchase requisitions and standard procedures, confirm delivery with suppliers, and monitor and track supplier performance to PO requirements.
• Negotiate agreements with main suppliers and periodically renew price lists and terms and conditions.
• Recommend frame agreements to management and execute upon approval.
• Verify external capacity of all suppliers and approach new ones on the market.
• Analyze and evaluate bids to determine the optimal value.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in product engineering, supply chain or purchasing area is a plus.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Managerial Engineering.
• Knowledge of main mechanical technologies used in industrial processes is a nice to have.
• Knowledge of SAP is a plus.
• Very good knowledge of English (level B2) and Italian, written and spoken.
• Good knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to manage different tasks, and good communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation including 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, 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 such as 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.
• Meal allowance: Access to canteen.

More About Us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low‑voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices such as switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy‑efficient UPS solutions. The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy‑to‑use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.