Purchasing Manager
Pubblicato il 04-10-2026 - Altro in Italia
This unique opportunity sits within an important arm of one of the world's most established and respected multinational consumer goods organisations . With operations in dozens of countries, a strong European footprint, and a reputation for developing senior talent from within, this business plays at true global scale while retaining a sharp focus on professionalism,, and long-term value creation. They are now strengthening their Procurement function in Italy , one of their most strategic and visible markets in Europe, with the appointment of a Procurement Lead Italy within Indirect Materials & Services. This is a highly exposed role, working closely with senior commercial and operational leaders and acting as a trusted partner on major spend decisions.
This opportunity suits someone who is as comfortable in front of senior stakeholders as they are deep in strategy, negotiation, and supplier management.
What you'll be responsible for:
Acting as a procurement partner to commercial, marketing, and operational stakeholders
Translating business priorities into clear sourcing and category strategies
Influencing decision-making across local, regional, and global teams
Leading complex negotiations and managing high-value supplier relationships
Driving value beyond cost - quality, service, innovation, risk mitigation
Overseeing contractual frameworks and ensuring compliance with internal and external standards
Supporting the deployment of global procurement initiatives within the Italian market
Contributing to process optimisation, governance, and continuous improvement
Operating confidently across indirect spend areas (e.g. commercial services, marketing, professional services, workplace solutions)
This is a hands-on role with real autonomy , sitting within a mature but evolving procurement model.
What they're looking for:
Experience in procurement or commercial roles within large, complex organisations (FMCG or similar scale retail/parallel environments preferred)
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