Senior buyer

Pubblicato il 12-11-2026 · IK Multimedia · Modena

Senior Buyer

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We are looking to recruit Senior Buyer to join our team. This is a tempo pieno position based at our company headquarters in Modena, Italy..

Key Responsibilities

End-to-end management of the procurement process for electronic components (ICs, passive components, PCBs, modules, cables, electromechanical components)

Selection, qualification, and management of suppliers (distributors and manufacturers), with a strong focus on quality, reliability, and sustainability

Negotiation of pricing, commercial terms, framework agreements, and medium- to long-term supply contracts

Monitoring of the electronic components market (lead times, shortages, obsolescence, EOL, alternative components)

Collaboration with R&D; and industrialization on:

component selection

BOM alternatives design-to-cost activities

Support in managing supply chain issues (delays, shortages, escalations)

Cost analysis (TCO) and implementation of cost-saving strategies

Management of purchase orders, forecasting, and planning in coordination with production and logistics





Monitoring of purchasing KPIs (OTD, cost savings, vendor rating)

Support for supplier audits and continuous improvement processes

Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma (Electronics, Engineering, Economics, or equivalent)

Experience

At least 7–10 years of experience as a Buyer / Senior Buyer in the electronics or industrial sector

Direct experience with electronic components and international supply chains

Technical Skills

Excellent knowledge of the electronic components market

Ability to read and understand xlwpduy BOMs and technical documentation

Experience in managing Asian and European suppliers

Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or equivalent)

Good knowledge of obsolescence management, second sourcing, and EOL topics

Soft Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Analytical mindset and results-oriented approach

Ability to work in complex environments and under pressure

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with internal stakeholders

Languages

Fluent written and spoken English
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