Procurement Specialist - Italian language nice to have

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. 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.

This Position reports to:
ProcurementTeamLead

In this role, you will have the opportunity to ensure the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of the purchasing and logistics-related activities in the Procurement function to support the businesses. Each day, you will execute assigned activities as per ABB 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.

The work model for the role is: Hybrid

This role is contributing to the Procurement Team in EUOPC (European Operation Center). The main stakeholders are part of Energy Industries Italy within ABB's Process Automation business area.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Tendering support in cooperation with the local Proposal & Procurement team.
• Support with RFQ requests, monitoring and follow up
• Clarification of technical requirements
• Contact with suppliers & other internal departments
• Usage of ABB procure & Ariba e-auctions
• Create and maintain projects in the ERP.
• Evaluate supplier quotes and support negotiation processes

You will join a high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications for the role:

• Proficient in business English (B2/C1), Italian is a very important asset
• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills and team work spirit
• Must demonstrate customer focus with proactive attitude
• Experience in corporate environment, ideally in operational procurement/SCM area is an asset.
• Hands-on experience with SAP/Ariba would be a plus
• Advanced Excel skills would be a plus

What's in it for you?

You'll be joining a collaborative procurement team where stakeholders are committed to your growth and success. From your first day, they will provide hands-on support and guidance through all procurement processes, including tendering, negotiations etc. You'll gain valuable insights and practical knowledge directly from experienced professionals who are eager to share their expertise.

We also offer our employees the following benefits:

• Flexible working hours
• Possibility of working from home office (HO) with a financial contribution
• Annual financial bonus
• Annual salary review
• Opportunity for further career growth
• MultiSport card
• Private medical care (including offers for family members) and life insurance.
• Opportunity for education - internal/external professional courses, language courses
• Choose from various benefits in kind, ranging from healthy lifestyle offerings, to knowledge sharing, to teambuilding activities.

More about us

With our deep industry knowledge and automation expertise, we understand the needs of our customers and enable them to lead through safer, more productive and energy efficient operations. Moreover, with our portfolio of integrated automation solutions, combined with our suite of ABB Ability digital applications, lifecycle services and AI, we are driving the evolution towards more autonomous operations.

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.