Lead Buyer Electronics & Components (m/f/d) For the voestalpine Böhler Welding Arc Technology Srl based in Cittadella (PD) we are looking for a Lead Buyer to work within the Sourcing department and contribute to the Purchasing Team. The role is a strategic purchaser for one or more product groups assigned. Responsibilities Strategic management of the assigned product groups to maximize overall value, enhance purchasing power and account for total cost of ownership. Implementation and execution of strategic purchasing processes in alignment with the functional procurement strategy and efficient execution. Serve as the primary point of contact with suppliers on commercial and contractual matters. Develop and implement the category strategy for the assigned product groups in collaboration with Global Sourcing. Manage supplier relationships, evaluate performance and promote improvement initiatives. Conduct procurement activities: requests for information, bid evaluation, discrepancies clarification, negotiation strategy development, negotiation execution, contract creation and award decisions, ensuring quality, safety and sustainability criteria are met. Determine negotiation strategies in coordination with Global Sourcing and act as a negotiator. Make framework agreements available to the Purchasing Team. Collect and analyze risk‑management data and implement related mitigation measures. Manage commercial aspects including procurement channel implementation, contracts, price controls and timely price approvals. Qualifications Technical diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering or related fields. Minimum 7 years of experience, preferably within the power electronics industry or technology‑driven sectors. Fluency in English and Italian at a professional level. Knowledge & Skills Procurement strategies (global/local sourcing, single/multiple sourcing, etc.) SWOT analysis ABC/XYZ analysis Make‑or‑buy analysis Cost structure analysis Benchmarking Industry and supplier structure analysis Value analysis and cost‑benefit analysis Negotiation techniques Accounting: cost management in purchasing, Target Costing, Total Cost of Ownership Portfolio techniques (market, market‑power, risk portfolios) Benefits Salary: €45,000 – €55,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Company canteen (cost €1.30/day payable by the employee). Company welfare: up to €1,000 with a 20 % increase if opted in. Enterprise stock (voestalpine shares). Working hours: start 08:00 or 08:30, lunch break 1 hour, finish 17:00 or 17:30. Location: Cittadella and Onara di Tombolo (PD) – Italy. Remote working not available. Employee benefits: social events, training, on‑site cafeteria, health measures, travel support (SOS International), parking, employee participation, periodic surveys, periodic performance reviews. #J-18808-Ljbffr