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The offer will take into account the level of responsibility, autonomy, and complexity of the role that the candidate will be able to handle, based on their knowledge and experience.\nSteelco and Belimed have joined forces to lead the way in advanced cleaning and sterile workflow solutions. This partnership is powered by our united strengths: a dynamic product range, relentless innovation, utmost reliability, and an unmatched commitment to customer satisfaction. As SteelcoBelimed, we “Innovate with confidence”, as we set new industry standards to meet our customer’s needs offering high-quality products and comprehensive services for Infection Control and Life Science.\nYour Role\n\n The Indirect Category Buyer is responsible for the operational procurement of indirect goods and services while managing assigned procurement categories. The role ensures timely, compliant and cost-effective purchasing, supports internal stakeholders and contributes to supplier performance, category development, contract management and continuous improvement. Working closely with Category Managers and business stakeholders, the Category Buyer drives operational excellence, cost optimization and sustainable procurement in alignment with corporate procurement policies and ESG objectives.\nTasks & Responsibilities\n\nOperational Procurement\nProcess purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders in accordance with procurement policies.\nEnsure timely procurement of indirect goods and services (e.g. facility management, IT, professional services, logistics, marketing, HR, CapEx, MRO).\nMonitor order confirmations, delivery dates and invoice-related issues.\nResolve procurement-related operational issues and escalate risks where required.\n Stakeholder SupportAct as the primary operational procurement contact for assigned business functions.\nAdvise internal stakeholders on procurement processes, preferred suppliers and purchasing guidelines.\nSupport demand planning and purchasing activities for recurring business needs.\nEnsure compliance with procurement policies and approval workflows.\n Supplier CoordinationMaintain day-to-day communication with suppliers regarding orders, deliveries, invoices and operational issues.\nMonitor supplier performance and service quality.\nSupport supplier onboarding and qualification processes.\nCoordinate supplier documentation and compliance requirements.\n Contract & Compliance SupportEnsure contracts, NDAs, insurance certificates, sustainability declarations and other supplier documents remain valid.\nMaintain procurement-related master data and supplier information.\nSupport compliance with ESG, legal and internal procurement requirements.\n Process & Systems SupportMaintain procurement master data, support spend analysis and reporting, and contribute to the continuous improvement, digitalization and standardization of procurement processes across business units.\nManage assigned procurement categories throughout the supplier lifecycle, developing and implementing category strategies aligned with business requirements.\nLead RFQs, supplier evaluations, commercial negotiations, contract renewals and supplier performance reviews to ensure supplier competitiveness and business continuity.\nIdentify cost reduction, standardization and value improvement opportunities while monitoring market trends, supplier performance and commercial risks.\nCollaborate with internal stakeholders to understand current and future demand, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, ESG principles and applicable regulations.\nTrack and report category KPIs, savings and overall procurement performance.\nLocal Category ManagementManage assigned local procurement categories, developing and implementing sourcing strategies aligned with corporate procurement principles and business needs.\nLead supplier selection, RFQs, commercial negotiations, contract renewals and relationship management to ensure cost competitiveness and service quality.\nIdentify cost reduction and value improvement opportunities while monitoring market trends, pricing developments and supplier performance.\nCollaborate with Global Category Managers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with overall procurement strategy, company policies and applicable local regulations.\nYour Profile\nSkills & Competencies\nStrong understanding of indirect procurement processes, purchasing policies, tendering/RFQ activities, supplier performance management, contract management, and ESG/sustainable procurement principles.\nExperience in cost analysis, spend management, procurement reporting and KPI tracking\nProficiency in ERP systems (SAP R/3 or S/4HANA), advanced Excel, and digital document/workflow management tools;\nReporting & KPI tracking (Power BI or equivalent tools is a plus)\n Expert knowledge of English\nRequired Experience\n2-4 years of experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain.\n Experience in indirect procurement or procurement of services is an advantage.\nRequired Education\nBachelor’s or master’s degree in economics or engineering is preferred.\nOur Offer\nWork in an international, fast-growing industry that makes a real impact on healthcare and pharmaceutical industry.\nBe part of an innovative and open-minded team.\nJoin a company with a strong reputation and long-standing expertise in cleaning and\n disinfection solutions.\nWe offer a people-focused work environment, with dedicated benefits and welfare initiatives.\nReady to make an impact?\nApply now and join our team!\nhref=\"http://recruitingapp-2806.umantis.com/Vacancies/6627/Application/CheckLogin/2\"\ntarget=\"_blank\">\nApply online →\nThe personal data contained in your resume will be processed by Steelco S.p.A., with registered office in Riese Pio X - TV, Via Balegante 27 (“Company”), for the selection process relating to this position or other similar positions. 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