Global Commodity Leader

Team Overview and Job responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced Global Commodity Leader – Raw Material to help us shape the future. 

Based in Milan, within the HQ Purchasing Department, the candidate, reporting directly to the Head of Raw Materials, will have the responsibility to define and implement the commodity sourcing strategy in the related geographical perimeter by acquiring a deep knowledge of raw material market dynamics, of the relevant supply base and of the materials applications within Prysmian.

The candidate will negotiate with suppliers defining the appropriate commercial conditions including pricing mechanism; drive, coach and support the international commodity teams to reach the agreed targets; support the countries / factories and cooperate with the headquarter functions (Supply Chain, R&D, Sales, Quality, etc.)

The Global Commodity Leader will:

• Lead market trend analysis, supplier rationalization and development, supplier risk, performance and compliance monitoring and ongoing supplier management and governance;

• Lead the supplier selection, qualification, development and overall supplier management, including drafting, managing and terminating contracts;

• Define and implement the commodity strategy, drive process improvements, optimize sourcing resources that deliver improvements in the operational efficiency and enhance the value of the business;

• Cooperate and influence stakeholders and peers to implement the commodity strategy.

Who we are looking for?

We are looking for a Global Commodity Leader – Raw Material with the following skills and motivations:  

• At least 5+ years professional experience as a Commodity buyer within multinational companies with a matrix organization

• A Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or other related Engineering Degrees or equivalent/advanced title in Economics/Business field (e.g. Specialization degree in Supply Chain/Procurement etc)

• Knowledge of plastics, metal or chemicals

• Knowledge of contracts with basic legal skills

• Solid knowledge of English (both written and spoken)

• Good ability in data management and analysis

• Strong negotiation skills

• The ability to work in multi-functional and international teams

• Excellent in building strong relationships at all level of the organization

• Availability to travel (around 10-20% of working time)

Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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