Indirect Procurement Lead

Location: San Giovanni Valdarno

We are looking for a highly motivated and performance-driven professional to take on the role of Team Leader Indirect Procurement. This position is ideal for an ambitious individual with several years of hands-on procurement experience who is ready to step into a leadership role. The successful candidate will lead a team of around 5 people and drive excellence in indirect procurement activities, ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and supplier quality.
Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, coach, and develop a team of approx. 5 procurement professionals.
Foster a culture of collaboration, performance, and continuous improvement.
Provide guidance to team members on priorities, processes, and supplier management.

Procurement Strategy & Execution

Oversee indirect procurement categories (e.g., IT, marketing, professional services, facilities, logistics).
Manage sourcing projects, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
Implement cost-saving initiatives and ensure alignment with business goals.
Drive compliance with procurement policies, governance, and sustainability goals.

Operational Excellence

Support and guide operational purchasing activities as needed.
Ensure timely delivery of services and goods through effective supplier management.
Use data and analytics to monitor KPIs and identify improvement opportunities.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across departments.
Act as a trusted partner to business units in aligning procurement solutions with organizational needs.
Communicate effectively at all levels, presenting results and opportunities.

Background

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
5+ years of professional experience in procurement, with at least 2–3 years in indirect procurement.
Optional but valuable: experience in operational purchasing or strategic sourcing.
First leadership experience (e.g., mentoring or managing 1–2 people) is preferred.
Strong negotiation, analytical, and contract management skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
High performer with ambition to grow into a broader leadership role.
Ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution.
Fluency in English, written and spoken.
Proactive, hands-on, and results-driven.
Strong leadership potential with a collaborative mindset.
Excited to take on a next career step as a people leader in procurement

What’s in it for you?
Work with the best specialists in their field, in a diverse environment with unparalleled global reach. Feel inspired by our fast growth. You will have the accountability to own your part in enabling a future of sustainable and efficient mobility. You can also count on a competitive compensation package in line with your capabilities and experience. Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities are at the core of what we do.

We celebrate different experiences and perspectives, and we aim to empower everyone in the creation of sustainable solutions for people all over the world. Our individual differences make us successful.
About ABB E-Mobility
ABB E-mobility is a world leader in EV charging technology and a partner of choice for the world’s biggest electric vehicle OEMs and nationwide EV charging network operators. With a strong R&D pipeline, our robust product portfolio of innovative holistic solutions – from grid to charge point and domestic installations to large fleet depots – means we are actively enabling the future of E-Mobility, not just predicting it.
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