Senior Specialist Base Metals Procurement – Copper & Semifinished Products Europe (1 year contract)

Who We Are

Prysmian is a global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation .

Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience , over 33,000 employees , 104 plants and 27 R&D centers in over 50 countries .

Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.

Your Contribution To Prysmian's Success

We are looking for a Senior Specialist Base Metals Procurement – Copper & Semifinished Products Europe (1 year contract) to join our team, being based in Berlin or Nuernberg, Germany .

In This Role You Will

• Manage centralised, regional commodities and monitor spend and performance in close cooperation with HQ, Country CEOs, Cluster Purchasing Managers, Plant Directors, R&D and Logistics; report to the Functional Director EU.
• Lead and develop one buyer.
• Set the commodity strategy providing the best cost competitiveness, reliability of supply and sustainable sourcing, to ensure Prysmian's leadership.
• Lead negotiations, sourcing and improvement projects.
• Ensure integration of local needs into the regional strategy and negotiation.
• Align and proactively inform the countries and main stakeholders about trends and potential impact on materials.
• Manage (future) pricing of materials.
• Manage and ensure compliance to the purchasing processes.
• Perform daily activities linked to metal management and hedging.

You Are The Right Fit If You Have/are

• Procurement experience of 4+ years, with experience in leading a team.
• Knowledge of metal markets and hedging process will be considered a plus.
• Knowledge of traded commodity and commodities financial market will be considered a plus.
• Ability to empower the team and develop the procurement function.
• Project management skills and competencies, working in cross‑functional teams with R&D, Quality, Logistics, Sales and Production.
• Ability to work in an international matrix organisation.
• Solid understanding of the procurement processes and commodity strategies, including supplier performance and development management.
• Ability to obtain technical know‑how to realise—besides unitary cost savings—total cost, quality, sustainability and/or service improvements.
• Strong “commercial DNA.”
• Strong knowledge of data analysis, data management, Excel, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with different stakeholders.
• Minimum Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Chemistry or equivalent (Master preferred).
• Fluency in English is mandatory.

What We Offer You

• Flexible working hours.
• Health Insurance.
• Collaborative environment.
• Dynamic and respectful workplace.

Our Selection Process

• Application, 2) HR interview, 3) Hiring Manager interviews and 4) Online assessment (30min).

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If you’re excited about the role and eager to contribute to a collaborative environment with challenging projects which drive impact for a sustainable future, we encourage you to apply !

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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 recognising 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 endeavour 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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