Senior buyer

We are looking to recruit Senior Buyer to join our team. This is a full time position based at our company headquarters in Modena, Italy.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end management of the procurement process for electronic components (ICs, passive components, PCBs, modules, cables, electromechanical components)
• Selection, qualification, and management of suppliers (distributors and manufacturers), with a strong focus on quality, reliability, and sustainability
• Negotiation of pricing, commercial terms, framework agreements, and medium- to long-term supply contracts
• Monitoring of the electronic components market (lead times, shortages, obsolescence, EOL, alternative components)
• Collaboration with R&D and industrialization on: BOM alternatives, design-to-cost activities
• Support in managing supply chain issues (delays, shortages, escalations)
• Cost analysis (TCO) and implementation of cost-saving strategies
• Management of purchase orders, forecasting, and planning in coordination with production and logistics
• Monitoring of purchasing KPIs (OTD, cost savings, vendor rating)
• Support for supplier audits and continuous improvement processes

Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma (Electronics, Engineering, Economics, or equivalent)

Experience

• At least 7–10 years of experience as a Buyer / Senior Buyer in the electronics or industrial sector
• Direct experience with electronic components and international supply chains

Technical Skills

• Excellent knowledge of the electronic components market
• Ability to read and understand BOMs and technical documentation
• Experience in managing Asian and European suppliers
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or equivalent)
• Good knowledge of obsolescence management, second sourcing, and EOL topics

Soft Skills

• Analytical mindset and results-oriented approach
• Ability to work in complex environments and under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with internal stakeholders