Buyer

This job advertisement is addressed to all female and male candidates who meet requirements, without any discrimination based on sex, gender, sexual orientation, nationality or ethnic origin, religious belief, disability, and/or any other personal or social condition.

What you will do

As Buyer, you will be responsible to purchase goods, materials and service to ensure that the company operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery and to ensure continuity of supply. You will be responsible to negotiate long-term and short-term transactions with Vendor and Subcontractors. The position is likely to suit a dynamic team player with a ‘can do’ attitude.

How you will do it

• Purchase goods, materials or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets.
• Negotiate contracts, improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods
• Identify, assess and evaluates suppliers and undertake performance reviews to ensure contract compliance and manage performance improvement activities
• Ensure compliance to company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures during supplier negotiations and contracts
• Explore alternate sources for goods and materials
• Manage the process from purchase requisition to Purchase order
• Contact supplier to resolve price, quality, delivery or invoices issue
• Manage the procurement process of multiple projects through tender process to construction and successful completion.
• Analysis of quotations, lead negotiations with prospective Sub-Contractors, managing pre & post tender
• Monitoring and reporting of procurement results against budget
• Managing pre-order meetings
• Assembling and issuing subcontract documentation

What we look for

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Economics or similar Bachelor and/or Master
• Demonstrable a minimum of 3-5 years of experience of working in a similar position 
• An understanding of construction, engineering processes, procurement procedures is a pre-requisite of the role, and a good understanding of standard construction forms of contract will be a distinct advantage
• Strong negotiation and communication skills are prerequisite
• Willingness to lead by example, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure, whilst ensuring deadlines are met
• Fluent in English and Italian, both written and spoken
• Computer literacy is essential, particularly with MS Word and Excel.

Our benefits

Imagine a career that perpetually stretches your capabilities. From managing many of the world’s most iconic buildings to making products that help save lives, the breadth of our opportunities empowers you to chart your own path.  We are a truly global company that embraces diversity, rewards hard work and inspires people to reach for more. In an environment that is constantly evolving, we will set the foundation for you to grow and chart a career path that is as unique as you are.  As part of our team you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact that people can feel. The world is waiting for you and so are we.

We offer:

The initial basic salary for this position will be in the range of € 40.900 – € 56.200 per year. The final package will reflect your experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. The overall compensation package may include variable components and additional company benefits, which will be discussed during the selection process.

We are committed to fair, equitable, and gender-neutral pay practices.

The applicable collective agreement: Contratto Collettivo Nazionale di Lavoro Industria Metalmeccanica e della Installazione di Impianti. 

• Flexible working hours
• Agile working
• Meal vouchers of €8
• Company welfare package

Who we are

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.