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Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.\nThis role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics-working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.\nThis Position reports to:\nQuality ManagerYour role and responsibilities\nIn this role, you will have the opportunity to ensure the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of the purchasing activities in the Procurement function to support the businesses. Each day, you will execute assigned activities as per standard procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by delivering and participating in training programs as required to ensure compliance and to foster professional development.\nThe work model for the role is: #Li-Hybrid\nWe are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our Procurement team in ABB Robotics Italy and support the sourcing strategy for automation, robotics and Artificial Intelligence technologies.\nThe successful candidate will play a key role in managing supplier relationships, negotiating complex commercial agreements, driving cost optimization initiatives, and ensuring supply continuity for highly innovative engineering projects. This position requires strong technical understanding of industrial automation systems, robotics platforms, electronic components, software-enabled solutions and emerging AI technologies.\nYou will be mainly accountable for:\nDevelop and execute sourcing strategies for automation, robotics, AI and advanced technology categories.\nNegotiate pricing, lead times, service levels, and long-term partnership agreements.\nCollaborate closely with Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing and Project Management teams in an international context.\nIdentify opportunities for cost reduction, value engineering, and supply chain optimization\nSupport new product introduction (NPI) and industrialization projects.\n Qualifications for the role\nBachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related disciplines.\nYou have at least 10 years of experience in procurement within industrial automation, robotics, electronics, mechatronics, or high-tech manufacturing environments.\nExcellent analytical and commercial negotiation skills\nYou are passionate about Robotics, Automation, and AI\nYou are at ease communicating in English\nKnowledge of ERP systems (SAP).\nYou hold current VISA to work in Italy\nCompensation Package\nAs part of our commitment to transparency, we want to share the compensation details for this position:\nApplicable CBA: Metalmeccanico\nMinimum annual salary: €53.000\nVariable Pay: Eligible for Company Productivity Bonus\nThe offer will be tailored based on your role location, experience, skills and qualifications, internal market positioning and alignment with ABB internal standards.\nBenefits as per policy\nFlexible working hours, hybrid work options, and a strong focus on work-life integration and Wellbeing support for employees and their families\nWelfare plan with a wide range of personalized services\nCanteen or meal vouchers provided\nJoin us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. \nRun What Runs the World.\nWe value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? 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