Description

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.

    
    

    qualifications

    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.