Plant Purchasing Manager
Pubblicato il 01-08-2026 - MUVIQ in Italia
About the Company
Muviq is a multinational automotive company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of transmission systems and powertrain components for a wide range of markets, including passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, agricultural machinery, construction equipment, and industrial applications.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Plant Purchasing Manager to lead and optimize all procurement activities within our manufacturing plant. Reporting to the Plant Manager and working closely with Corporate Procurement, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the timely supply of materials, components, and services while achieving cost, quality, and delivery objectives. The role requires a strategic mindset, strong leadership capabilities, and extensive experience in an automotive manufacturing environment. The Plant Purchasing Manager will drive supplier performance, support operational excellence, and contribute to the achievement of business objectives through effective sourcing and procurement strategies.
Responsibilities
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- Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with plant and corporate objectives.
- Manage supplier relationships and lead commercial negotiations to secure the best cost, quality, and delivery conditions.
- Monitor procurement KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify and implement cost reduction and value engineering opportunities.
- Ensure the uninterrupted supply of materials and services required for plant operations.
- Collaborate closely with Production, Logistics, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to support operational performance.
- Conduct market analysis and supplier benchmarking to identify new sourcing opportunities and mitigate supply risks.
- Lead supplier performance reviews and manage corrective action plans when required.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, industry standards, and regulatory requirements