BUYER

Job Overview

Adecco Financial Services is searching for an Office Purchasing employee for a leading company in the production and commercialization of food packaging.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years as buyer in production companies (experience in paper/plastic sector a plus)
• Knowledge of negotiation techniques and sourcing strategies for raw materials and support materials to production
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
• Proficiency with main IT tools and procurement software
• Excellent written and spoken English

Responsibilities

• Analyze and collaborate with the technical department on custom product procurement requests, defining material and service specifications
• Identify and select the most suitable suppliers, focusing on quality, reliability and cost, negotiating purchase terms and conditions
• Update the vendor list, balancing saving objectives and risk
• Generate and manage purchase orders, ensuring correct coding and description of ordered materials
• Monitor deliveries and quality of received materials, resolving issues with suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance and manage relationships to guarantee continuous improvement
• Participate in procurement process optimization projects and cost reduction initiatives

Contract and Benefits

Permanent contract; RAL 43K; meal vouchers and production bonus; location: Montelupo Fiorentino