Who we are:
Prysmian is a global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation.
Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience, over 33,000 employees, 104 plants and 27 R&D centers in over 50 countries.
Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.
We are looking for an experienced Tender Buyer to help us shaping the future. Based in Milan, within the Purchasing Department of the Transmission BU, reporting directly to the Strategic Tenders Coordinator, the candidate will have the following responsibilities:
Execute spend analysis to define purchasing strategies of the Projects assigned
Define the most suitable contractual strategy relevant to the Projects assigned
Manage the RFQ cycle guaranteeing compliance with the budget, timing, contractual requirements
Implement purchasing procedures and processes
Negotiate contractual and pricing strategy aimed to guarantee cost saving in the frame of a suitable technical alignment
Guarantee compliance with the Purchasing governance in Group and BU Processes
Promote Purchasing early involvement and the early engagement of Suppliers
What you will do
Support technical department during Bidding phase (e.g. Suppliers selection/ Acting as focal point for communication with Suppliers)
Define the best strategy to engage strategic Suppliers during Bidding phase
Strategically select opportunities for Pre-Bid Agreements
Manage complex contractual negotiations (i.e. FIDIC, LOGIC, BIMCO) ensuring, with the support of the legal department, the necessary back to back with the main contracts
Carry out audits at suppliers
Optimize purchase order process
Support business with vendor life cycle management measuring supplier performances
Scout the market to expand Suppliers basis for strategic commodities
Who you are
Previous experience of at least 2 years
Solid professional experience as a Sourcing specialist - buyer developed into multinational companies with matrix organizations
Familiarity with complex contracts (EPC contracts/FIDIC etc.)
Strong negotiation skills
Determined, enthusiast and committed to manage complexity and challenges
Excellent team building abilities
Customer oriented
English fluent
Advanced communication skills, both verbally and writing
What we offer you:
Permanent Contract
Hybrid working model: 8 days per month
Flexible working hours
Ticket Restaurants: 9 eur per day
Health Insurance
Company support on public transportation
Annual Bonus and Stock option plans
Collaborative environment
Dynamic and Respectful Workplace
Our selection process:
1) Application, 2) HR interview, 3) Hiring Manager interviews and 4) Online assessment (30min)
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If you’re excited about the role and eager to contribute to a collaborative environment with challenging projects which drive impact for a sustainable future, we encourage you to apply!
Deep dive into Prysmian and check the below insightful links:
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Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian's commitments.
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