Datalogic

This position will be a key member of the
Global Indirect Materials Purchasing Team
. As a member of this team, you will be shaping the future of Datalogic’s success through ensuring optimal purchasing decisions in the area of Professional Services, leading the strategic cooperation with Datalogic’s general functions, such as Finance, Sales, Service, Marketing, HR and Legal.
Role Mission
Manages the purchasing function for the assigned perimeter to ensure an uninterrupted supply at optimum cost within the policies and guidelines established by management. Sets purchasing strategy for the assigned perimeter. This managerial position leads a group of subordinates.
Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Creates and implements sourcing strategy to maximize cost reduction, quality and delivery performance according to business needs.</li>
<li>Establishes and implements procedures for purchasing goods and services.</li>
<li>Leads the team to ensure commercial negotiation of contracts with suppliers.</li>
<li>Manages relationship with both internal customers and suppliers.</li>
<li>Ensures accuracy in reporting of savings and cost avoidances.</li>
<li>Prepares annual budget with engagement of respective functions and departments.</li>
<li>Proposes improvements of processes and tools.</li>
<li>Monitors market trends, communicates risks and opportunities.</li>
</ul>
Requirements
<ul>
<li>Education: Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in Business, Economics, Statistics or other related fields.</li>
<li>Languages: Fluent Italian and English; written and verbal communication.</li>
<li>Experience: 5 years of experience in Purchasing and min 3 years in leadership positions.</li>
</ul>
Other Information &amp; Specific Skills
<ul>
<li>STRONG NEGOTIATION SKILLS: To ensure optimal cost solutions.</li>
<li>RESULTS ORIENTATION: A drive to achieve results and goals in the short and long term;</li>
<li>CUSTOMER FOCUS: A drive to discover and meet the needs of internal stakeholders;</li>
<li>INTERPERSONAL CHARACTERISITCS: Open, communicative, give and take dialogue, seeks input from others, but not dependent on getting a consensus. Good listener – both in being receptive and in asking good, probing questions to illuminate an issue. Keeps people informed – the “what’s” and “why’s” of issues. Perceived as trustworthy, honest, non-political. Does not shy away from constructive conflict and confrontation. Able to work in a team/group environment (versus a strictly “hub and spoke” management style);</li>
<li>LEADERSHIP: Strong in building internal and external relationships, leading by example, confident in taking decisions and provide direction to direct reports and internal stakeholders.</li>
</ul>
Compensation &amp; Benefits
<ul>
<li>Annual Base Salary (RAL): €50,000 – €60,000</li>
<li>Variable compensation</li>
<li>Welfare and benefits package</li>
<li>Contract type: Permanent / CCNL Industria Metalmeccanica C011</li>
</ul>
The final compensation package (including base salary and potential variable incentives) will be defined based on the candidate's experience, technical expertise, and overall fit for the role.

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