PURCHASING Expert
- NEW
Published on 06.10.2025
Bulgari
Acquisti
Reference: BULG09410
- Place of employment :
Rome, Italy
- Contrat type :
Impiego a tempo indeterminato
- Required experience :
Almeno 5 anni
- Work mode :
Full time
Position
Within the Procurement Department and part of the Finance & Administration organization based in Rome, we are currently looking for a Procurement Expert.
Mission
Contribute and proactively participate in the development of the Procurement Department in Bulgari, driving Procurement excellence and acting as a strategic partner to the Marketing & Communication teams. Lead and manage the sourcing & execution of key projects, ensuring compliance, performance, sustainability, and value delivery across assigned categories.
Establish a procurement operating model aligned with Marketing’s strategic roadmap, covering activities such as Brand Image / Advertising, Events (creative & production), PR agencies / Talent & Celebrity management, global CRM and social media services.
Job responsibilities
Accountabilities
Sourcing Strategies & Vendor Management
• Implement sourcing strategies based on business objectives and translate them into initiatives and action plans
• Responsible for negotiation of commercial conditions with suppliers (quantitative and qualitative deliverables) in line with economic targets, respecting legal requirements and regulations
• Manage action plans’ execution to improve the purchasing processes, methods and tools implementation
• Deliver and conduct end-to-end sourcing processes through internal brief definition, benchmark, value analysis, and contract management
• Review and develop supplier networks through market scouting and suppliers’ evaluation based on capabilities, quality of execution, cost, innovation, and guaranteed service level
• Ensure periodic analysis on supplier network evolution, novelties in product/services offer, main indexes, and other relevant indicators
• Foster long-term partnerships with suppliers while continuously seeking opportunities for cost optimization, innovation and process improvement
• Identify new suppliers through market intelligence and proactively assess fit with brand values and quality standards
Reporting
• Define and set up KPIs/Dashboards and relevant reporting documents to monitor performance & efficiencies, project management, and purchasing action plan status
• Provide key measurement statistics, analysis, and reporting on purchasing activities and projects
• Regularly update and communicate to management through weekly, monthly, and quarterly business reviews
• Design and implement performance metrics that support Procurement excellence and continuous improvement across marketing categories
Innovation & Procurement Excellence
• Actively contribute to procurement transformation by identifying areas for process digitalization and operational optimization
• Champion procurement innovation by integrating industry trends, best practices, and new technologies into category strategies
• Lead or support cross-functional initiatives aimed at standardization, value engineering, and cost efficiency
• Support the evolution of procurement methodologies and tools to drive value beyond cost
Sustainability & Risk Management
• Collaborate with the Sustainability and Legal teams to ensure that sourcing strategies incorporate ESG goals, regulatory compliance, and ethical practices
• Monitor market dynamics and risks (e.g., supply constraints, regulatory changes) and develop mitigation strategies accordingly
• Ensure supplier compliance with Bulgari’s standards on environmental, social, and governance criteria
Profile
Technical Skills
• Degree in Economics; a specialization in Procurement, Marketing or related fields is a plus
• 5–7 years managing same scope of work in terms of category (preferably within luxury, FMCG, advertising, or agency ecosystems)
• Business and customer-centric approach
• Analysis and reporting skills
• Fluent English & Italian; French is a plus
• Knowledge of Procurement best practices and tools (e.g., Source-to-Contract, Spend Analysis)
• Experience in contract negotiation and vendor performance management
• Familiarity with category management and supplier innovation management principles
Soft Skills
• Outstanding communication, networking, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Integrity
• Strong leadership, autonomy and ability to prioritize activities
• Results orientation
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in fast-paced, matrixed environments
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and excellence delivery
• Change agility and entrepreneurial spirit
• Strategic thinking combined with operational rigor
BVLGARI
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