Global Procurement Manager
LHHOn behalf of our client, aninternational group operating in the specialty chemicals sector, we are lookingfor a Global Sourcing
Manager.
The role will lead the global sourcing strategy for raw materialsand oversee key procurement categories, ensuring cost competitiveness, supplycontinuity and risk mitigation.
Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain,R&D;, Regulatory, Commercial and Finance, the role will act as a trustedadvisor to leadership on market trends, supply risks and sourcingopportunities.
Responsibilities- Develop and execute global sourcingstrategies for raw materials while overseeing procurement activities forpackaging, contract manufacturing, and selected indirect spend categories- Establish procurement governance,best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization- Build and lead a Procurement Centerof Excellence (CoE) to strengthen capabilities, consistency, and procurementexcellence- Support innovation and new productdevelopment through supplier partnerships and alternative material sourcing- Lead supplier qualification,selection, negotiations, contracting, and strategic supplier relationshipmanagement- Drive supplier performance, costcompetitiveness, quality, innovation, and service through effective performancemanagement processes- Monitor commodity markets,regulatory developments, transportation trends, and geopolitical factorsimpacting supply and cost structures- Identify supply risks and implementmitigation strategies to ensure business continuity and reliable access tocritical materials- Provide market intelligence andstrategic sourcing recommendations to leadership while partnering withcross-functional teams to support business growth and operational excellence
Your Profile
Requirements and Skills:- Minimum 10 years of experience in
Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain Management- Proven success leading globalsourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract management- Strong expertise in strategicsourcing, market analysis, supplier relationship management, and procurementbest practices- Experience developing and managingKPIs that drive cost efficiencies and service improvements- Experience in specialty chemicals,agricultural chemicals, crop protection, or specialty chemical manufacturing isstrongly preferred- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain,Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience- Fluent in English and Italian- Strong leadership, communication,analytical, and stakeholder management skills, with a high level of integrityand accountability
Contract and Compensation: Employment under CCNL Industria
Chimica ? Chimico Farmaceutica - Quadro
Indicative salary range: €57.000 ?€72.000 gross per year, defined according to the candidate's experience andqualifications.MBO of 15% of the annual grosssalary.
Location: Northern province of
Bologna?
Candidates, in compliance with Legislative Decree 198/2006, 215/2003 and 216/2003, are invited to read the privacy notice available below the data request form on the application page (EU Regulation No. 2016/679).
The job offer is open to candidates of all genders, in compliance with Legislative Decree 198/2006 and current regulations on equal opportunities.
The company promotes an inclusive work environment and ensures equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation or disability.?Settore: Industria chimica
Ruolo: Middle e Top Management
Manager.
The role will lead the global sourcing strategy for raw materialsand oversee key procurement categories, ensuring cost competitiveness, supplycontinuity and risk mitigation.
Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain,R&D;, Regulatory, Commercial and Finance, the role will act as a trustedadvisor to leadership on market trends, supply risks and sourcingopportunities.
Responsibilities- Develop and execute global sourcingstrategies for raw materials while overseeing procurement activities forpackaging, contract manufacturing, and selected indirect spend categories- Establish procurement governance,best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization- Build and lead a Procurement Centerof Excellence (CoE) to strengthen capabilities, consistency, and procurementexcellence- Support innovation and new productdevelopment through supplier partnerships and alternative material sourcing- Lead supplier qualification,selection, negotiations, contracting, and strategic supplier relationshipmanagement- Drive supplier performance, costcompetitiveness, quality, innovation, and service through effective performancemanagement processes- Monitor commodity markets,regulatory developments, transportation trends, and geopolitical factorsimpacting supply and cost structures- Identify supply risks and implementmitigation strategies to ensure business continuity and reliable access tocritical materials- Provide market intelligence andstrategic sourcing recommendations to leadership while partnering withcross-functional teams to support business growth and operational excellence
Your Profile
Requirements and Skills:- Minimum 10 years of experience in
Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain Management- Proven success leading globalsourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract management- Strong expertise in strategicsourcing, market analysis, supplier relationship management, and procurementbest practices- Experience developing and managingKPIs that drive cost efficiencies and service improvements- Experience in specialty chemicals,agricultural chemicals, crop protection, or specialty chemical manufacturing isstrongly preferred- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain,Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience- Fluent in English and Italian- Strong leadership, communication,analytical, and stakeholder management skills, with a high level of integrityand accountability
Contract and Compensation: Employment under CCNL Industria
Chimica ? Chimico Farmaceutica - Quadro
Indicative salary range: €57.000 ?€72.000 gross per year, defined according to the candidate's experience andqualifications.MBO of 15% of the annual grosssalary.
Location: Northern province of
Bologna?
Candidates, in compliance with Legislative Decree 198/2006, 215/2003 and 216/2003, are invited to read the privacy notice available below the data request form on the application page (EU Regulation No. 2016/679).
The job offer is open to candidates of all genders, in compliance with Legislative Decree 198/2006 and current regulations on equal opportunities.
The company promotes an inclusive work environment and ensures equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation or disability.?Settore: Industria chimica
Ruolo: Middle e Top Management