Buyer, Sourcing & Production

Job Description

We are looking for a hands-on Buyer, Sourcing & Production professional to manage sourcing, purchasing, production follow-up, inventory, and supplier coordination in a B2B, quality-driven environment.

The role works closely with Sales, Sales Administration, manufacturers, logistics partners, and customs stakeholders to ensure products are delivered at the right quality, cost, and timing.

Key Responsibilities

* Respond to Sales needs and translate demand into sourcing, purchasing, and production actions.

* Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers and manufacturers.

* Negotiate pricing, MOQs, lead times, payment terms, and commercial conditions.

* Manage purchase orders and production from order placement through delivery.

* Understand materials, product construction, transformation, finishing, and assembly.

* Manage inventory, replenishment, shortages, overstock, and supply risks.

* Analyze full product cost, including manufacturing, packaging, freight, duties, and landed cost.

* Coordinate logistics, transport, customs, and shipment follow-up.

* Maintain accurate supplier, purchasing, inventory, and product data in the ERP.

* Work closely across Sales, Administration, Operations, and external production partners.

Candidate Profile

* 3–5 years of experience in buying, sourcing, production, or supply chain.

* Strong B2B and commercial mindset.

* Experience working with international suppliers and manufacturers.

* Good understanding of product quality, materials, production processes, pricing, and cost structure.

* Strong negotiation, organization, and follow-up skills.

* Experience in luxury or premium products preferred.

* ERP experience required.

* Fluent English; Italian is a strong plus.

* Experience with European sourcing, particularly Italy and Portugal, is highly valued.

This is a hands-on individual contributor role with the potential to grow into a management position.