Purchasing Coordinator

Location: Sant'Ambrogio di Torino

Randstad Professional Leaders Search & Selection - specialized in the search and selection of middle & senior management profiles - on behalf of our client, a leading multinational company, we are looking for a:  Purchasing Coordinator  Reporting to the Global Sourcing Manager, the  Purchasing Coordinator  will be responsible for execution and management of purchasing strategies to ensure finished product sourcing and procurement practices are highly cost-effective and supported by best-practice tools, systems, processes, etc.

This role also ensures relationships with suppliers are strong, strategic, and compliant as required.  

Key Responsibilities  This role is responsible for managing a team of buyers and specialists, optimizing procurement processes, and driving performance across cost, quality, delivery, and sustainability. The position involves end-to-end management of the procurement process and building strong relationships with suppliers.  Lead and develop a purchasing team (currently 7 members).  Translate strategic goals into actionable team objectives.  Monitor and assess team performance based on Atlas Copco’s cultural behaviors.

Achieve KPIs in sustainability, total cost of ownership (TCO), delivery, quality, and financials.  Simplify supply chains, rationalize supplier base, and standardize components. Drive innovation and challenge the status quo. Manage global suppliers and support new projects. Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms. Support IT system integration and cross-functional process alignment. Shift team focus from administrative tasks to value-added activities.  Analyze product specifications to define sourcing strategies.

Ensure procurement aligns with forecasts, service plans, and new product development. Develop suppliers to meet evolving standards and regulations. Build a vendor network delivering defect-free components at competitive prices. Evaluate suppliers using Atlas Copco standards (financial, technical, quality, logistics, cost). Lead projects to improve profitability, quality, and time-to-market.  Qualifications  Strong experience in a similar role, in procurement and supplier management;  

Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills;  Previous experience in managing and developing work teams;  Excellent negotiation and communication abilities;  Excellent skills in reading technical drawings;  Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams);  Bonus:

Experience with SharePoint, Power

BI, Power Automate, Project;  Excellent knowledge of the English language both written and verbal.  The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a talent for building lasting relationships and influencing both internal and external stakeholders. They must be a proactive and adaptable collaborator, capable of working effectively across diverse teams.  Exceptional communication, relationship-building and negotiation abilities.  A strategic and creative approach with a strong sense of ownership and a focus on continuous improvement.  

Expertise in contract management and the ability to train others on new systems and processes.  Ability to connect and coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve business goals.  Salary Package  :  The salary will be commensurate with the candidate's actual experience; excellent career prospects within the international group.  Location  :  Turin area  According to current legislation, the job offer is intended for both sexes (L.

903/77). The data will be processed and kept exclusively for present and future selection purposes, guaranteeing the rights set out in art. 7 and 13 of Legislative Decree 196/2003 on the Protection of Privacy.