Purchasing & material planning manager
Pubblicato il 22-09-2026 - Cosmic Group in Altopascio
Cosmic Group is looking for a hands-onPurchasing & Material Planning Managerto structure and develop the Purchasing function.
The role combines two complementary areas: Procurement, sourcing and supplier management. Material planning, MRP and inventory management. Purchasing team leadership and development. Support to Production, Lean transformation and ERP/MES implementation.
Key Responsibilities Purchasing Operations and Team Management Lead, organise and develop a team of buyers with different experience levels. Standardise purchasing processes, responsibilities and escalation rules. Work directly with the ERP, purchase orders, shortages and supplier commitments.
Introduce operational KPIs and continuous improvement practices. BOM and Material Planning Implement an early BOM review process to identify supply risks. Manage shortages, long lead-time, obsolete and single-source components.
Review MRP parameters, safety stocks, reorder points and purchasing lead times. Introduce kanban, min/max and automatic replenishment where appropriate.
Supplier Management
Source, qualify and develop national and international suppliers. Negotiate prices, lead times, MOQ, payment terms and framework agreements. Introduce supplier segmentation, scorecards and performance reviews. Rationalise the supplier base while protecting supply continuity. Lean, ERP and International Development Support Lean initiatives related to material flow and line replenishment.
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Purchasing in the implementation of the new ERP and MES. Improve supplier and material master data, workflows, reports and alerts. Progressively coordinate purchasing activities across international subsidiaries.
Candidate Profile
At least 5-7 years of experience in Purchasing, Material Planning or Supply Chain within a manufacturing company. Direct experience with ERP/MRP systems, complex BOMs, inventory and shortage management.
Experience leading or developing buyers, planners or supply-chain professionals. Good English and ability to work with suppliers and international teams.
Preferred Experience Electronics, semiconductors, automation, mechatronics, EMS or industrial equipment. High-mix/low-volume, make-to-order or engineer-to-order manufacturing. Electronic component sourcing, including authorised distributors, obsolescence and supply risk. Lean Manufacturing, kanban, ERP/MES projects or relevant professional certifications.
Personal Qualities
Strong hands-on and operational approach. Ability to combine strategic thinking with attention to detail. Pragmatic leadership and strong people-development skills. Analytical, structured and results-oriented mindset.
Key Objectives
During the first 12 months, the successful candidate will be expected to: Standardise Purchasing processes and develop the team. Improve BOM coverage and reduce shortages and emergency purchases. Implement structured inventory and supplier-management policies. Support the company's Lean transformation and ERP/MES programme.
What We Offer A key role in the transformation of the Purchasing and Supply Chain organisation. Direct exposure to senior management and strategic company projects. An international and technically advanced working environment.
Compensation and professional-development opportunities aligned with experience. Attractive and competitive remuneration