Buyer – Procurement for Steel & Components

About the role

The Buyer will join the CAB Purchasing team at Iveco Group, responsible for managing a complete product line of steel and components. This role combines operational and strategic tasks to support the company’s manufacturing and supply chain objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead supplier evaluation, selection and sourcing activities for assigned CAB commodities.
• Develop and implement supply‑base management strategies to achieve the lowest total cost while ensuring quality, service and delivery performance.
• Negotiate, implement and manage Long‑Term Agreements (LTAs) to deliver commercial savings and cost reductions.
• Drive supplier development, value‑analysis/value‑engineering initiatives and process improvements.
• Monitor market trends, cost drivers, capacity constraints and technology advancements to identify opportunities and risks.
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance reviews, capacity planning and risk mitigation.
• Prepare and present sourcing strategies, business cases and performance updates to management and cross‑functional stakeholders.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or a related field.
• 3‑5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing roles.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Effective negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint

What we offer

• Competitive salary ranging from €40,000 to €47,000 per year.
• Variable payment in line with the collective labor agreement.
• Opportunities to work on strategic sourcing projects within a global industrial leader.