Buyer Construction sector
A leading company in the construction and engineering sector is seeking a Buyer, Bidding Support & Project Start-Up Specialist for its branch in Lugano.
Responsibilities:
During the Bid-Study Phase:
- Identify vendors and subcontractors for market analyses to define bid quotations, aligned with the company's procurement strategy.
- Manage requests for quotations (RFQ) for specific projects in coordination with the Technical Department and Supply Chain Managers.
- Negotiate and manage pre-bid agreements and strategic vendor contracts with key stakeholders.
- Analyze and assess bids from vendors, ensuring technical evaluations and preparing summary tables and recommendations.
- Maintain constant communication with HQ Bidding Support managers, providing updates and ensuring adherence to Group procedures and best practices.
During the Start-Up Phase of Operational Units:
- Support the preparation of procurement budgets and reorganization processes, coordinating with Area Cost Control and other departments.
- Draft the preliminary procurement plan according to the project's production plan, in agreement with the Project Manager and Regional Supply Chain Manager.
- Define the supplier list within the Vendor list, coordinating with Regional Supply Chain Managers and Global Commodity Managers.
- Manage initial contractual and commercial negotiations to achieve economical solutions, synergy, and quality excellence.
- Ensure the correct issuance of orders and prompt procurement of goods and services according to required specifications.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Chain and Procurement Departments within multinational contexts.
- Master's degree in Engineering and/or Economics.
- Strong coordination skills and proficiency in negotiation techniques and strategies.
- Expertise in contract management and prime cost driver value analyses.
- Excellent command of MS Office, SAP MM, and Business Intelligence Software.
Desired Skills:
- Excellent organizational and decision-making abilities.
- Results-oriented mindset.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
- Availability to travel and stay at worksites and joint venture sites.
- Fluent in english and italian (knowledge of french is a plus).
If you meet these qualifications and you are ready for an exciting new challenge, please submit your application.