Global Procurement Manager
LHHOn behalf of our client, aninternational group operating in the specialty chemicals sector, we are lookingfor a Global SourcingManager.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 excellenceYour ProfileRequirements and Skills:- Minimum 10 years of experience inProcurement, 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 accountabilityContract and Compensation:Employment under CCNL IndustriaChimica ? Chimico Farmaceutica - QuadroIndicative 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 ofBologna?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 chimicaRuolo: Middle e Top Management
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 excellenceYour ProfileRequirements and Skills:- Minimum 10 years of experience inProcurement, 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 accountabilityContract and Compensation:Employment under CCNL IndustriaChimica ? Chimico Farmaceutica - QuadroIndicative 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 ofBologna?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 chimicaRuolo: Middle e Top Management