Purchasing Direct Materials Engineer
Become a Part of the Marelli team. We are a global independent automotive supplier with a passion for performance and speed. We are pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence.
Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.”
Joining the Marelli Ride Dynamics team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential and pioneer innovation. With a direct impact on performance, safety and in-cabin comfort, RideDynamics systems – such as suspension systems and shock absorbers – work “behind the scenes” to ensure an ideal onboard experience for the driver and passengers, regardless of the type of propulsion, be it traditional or electric.
As a global yet fast-evolving company, we are always looking to grow and evolve our talents
As a global yet fast-evolving company, we're looking for team members who want to grow and evolve with us.
About the Position:
We are looking for a Direct Materials Engineer to join the Purchasing Ride Dynamics team, reporting directly to the Direct Materials Manager.
This position is based at our office in Torino.
As the Direct Materials Engineer at Marelli, you will be responsible to scout, select and manage suppliers in order to meet Division needs with effective purchasing processes and activities compliant with global procurement strategies and procedures.
Your Responsibilities will be:
- Develop, implement, communicate and monitor compliance between local needs and corporate procurement strategies and policies;
- Drive the planing and execution of purchasing activities related to direct materials;
- Manage, develop and supervise the activities of the Direct Buyers;
- Conduct negotiations with suppliers with the aim of achieving best price, quality and delivery conditions;
- Suggest and participate in activities aimed at reducing costs and improving quality of purchased direct materials and meeting Business goals and objectives;
- Maintain relationship with reliable panel of suppliers for the main categories of purchased materials, in cooperation with Commodity;
- Cooperate with Commodity to select best suppliers for Direct Materials in terms of costs, quality and delivery for all Plants of the Business Line;
- Ensure the promotion of customer focus.
What Qualifications you will bring:
- Economics or Engineering degree
- English - advanced
- at least 3 years experience in Procurement / Sourcing / Buying in automotive industry
Other skills that we would welcome:
- Components/Material knowledge
- Supplier Process Technology
- PPI (Purchasing Index)
- Supplier's Market knowledge
- Origin of goods - Principles
- PPAP Process Tracking
- SAP
Expectations from you in this position:
- Accountability
- Attention to details
- Negotiation skills
- Decision Making
- Communication Skills
- Persuasion and Influencing Skills
What does this position offer you:
- Fast-paced yet supportive and high-performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility.
- Support in onboarding and further training that will set you up with Marelli's speed.
- A hybrid work model, helping you to achieve work-life balance-combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful co-creation time in the office.
Take the next step:
Together, we will drive the world towards a safer, greener, and better-connected future.
Are you ready to make your mark, shape the future of the automotive industry, and drive the growth of the Ride Dynamics business?
About Us:
Marelli is one of the world’s leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world.
Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships. Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers.
Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business.
Within the walls of Marelli, we believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it!
At Marelli, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to nurturing talent in our diverse environment, and we take pride in our various employee resource groups, such as Marelli Women, Brains & Hearts Wellbeing, All Cultures, and Marelli's Rainbow. We believe these groups foster creativity and innovation through the unique perspectives of a multicultural community.