Buyer - Temporary

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to:Procurement ManagerYour role and responsibilitiesIn this role, you will have the opportunity to purchase materials according to required technical specifications, price, delivery schedule, and terms. Each day, you will ensure purchasing activities align with corporate purchasing policies and procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying new suppliers in cooperation with the relevant category team.The work model for the role is: #Li-OnsiteYou will be mainly accountable for:Identifies new suppliers in cooperation with the relevant category team.Qualifies new suppliers in cooperation with Supplier Quality and Engineering Specialists.Negotiates agreements with main suppliers, and periodically renews price lists and terms and conditions.



Adapts corporate contractual framework to the local business needs.Analyzes and evaluates bids in order to determine the optimal value.Tracks goods received to verify appropriate delivery and ensure invoice processing. Oversees supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, lead time), and resolves performance issues.Initiates Purchase Orders (PO) in the system, according to the purchase requisitions and in alignment with standard procedures, and confirms delivery with suppliers, monitors, and tracks supplier performance to PO requirements.Aligns supplier orders with customer requirements (based on ERP or Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)/project requirements) in terms of content, quality, delivery, sustainability, and price.Qualifications for the roleYou hold a Bachelor Degree in Engineering or Economy.You are at ease communicating in English and Italian;Good knowledge of MS Office (excel, access, word, ppt);Good knowledge of digital tools (Power BI, etc..) is considere