Procurement Lead
Pubblicato il 17-10-2026 - Officina Stellare in Torino
We craft cutting-edge mechanical engineering solutions, pushing the boundaries of innovation for both ground and space-based optical applications. Our expertise merges precision with creativity, delivering breakthrough designs that drive the future of optical technology in the Space Systems, Earth Observation and Laser Communication fields. For our organization we are seeking a senior buyer who is responsible for the strategic procurement of high-value components, subsystems, equipment, and services, ensuring cost competitiveness, quality, supply continuity, and alignment with business and program objectives. Working closely with Engineering, Program Management, Operations, Quality, and Legal teams, the role supports supplier selection, contract management, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.
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WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO
Strategic Sourcing
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- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for the assigned category in collaboration with Engineering and Program Management (ensuring procurement activities meet technical, schedule, and project requirements);
- Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop suppliers;
- Manage RFIs, RFQs, tendering processes, supplier selection and contract award activities;
- Support make-or-buy decisions and sourcing strategies for new product development programs.
Contract Negotiation and Commercial Management
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- Lead complex commercial negotiations with the suppliers;
- Negotiate long-term agreements, framework contracts, NDAs, and other purchasing arrangements;
- Ensure optimal commercial, contractual, operational, and risk allocation terms;
- Collaborate with Legal and Management teams during contract reviews, proposal preparation, cost estimation and negotiations.
Risk and Supply Chain Management
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- Monitor supplier performance through KPIs related to quality, delivery, responsive