Procurement Specialist

Volkswagen Group

. Support the Procurement & Outsourcing Manager in ensuring compliant, cost-effective, and satisfactory procurement of goods and services for the local market .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • ItalyMid-LevelSenior💰 €1,000 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement management, compliance with purchasing regulations, and effective negotiation techniques. Proficient in data analysis and reporting, with strong relational skills to engage stakeholders effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement ManagementNegotiation TechniquesData AnalysisKPI ReportingCoupa Software

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Hard Skills

Procurement ManagementNegotiation TechniquesData AnalysisKPI ReportingMS Office Proficiency

Soft Skills

Relational SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationPresentation SkillsProactive Approach

Tools & Technologies

Coupa SoftwareMS Office

Industry Keywords

Purchasing RegulationsTender CompletionCost-Effective ProcurementStakeholder EngagementEconomic Degree

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Procurement & Outsourcing Manager in ensuring compliant, cost-effective, and satisfactory procurement of goods and services for the local market
Ensure compliance with local and Group Purchasing regulations
Ensure satisfaction of VWFS purchasing needs
Act as focal point between VWFS and VGI in purchasing matters
Interact with departments on purchase orders, deadlines, and tenders
Coordinate with VGI to ensure timely and successful tender completion
Negotiate locally managed orders below €50,000
Support implementation and maintenance of reports and KPIs
Evaluate and recommend improvements to procedures, reporting, costing, and efficiencies
Analyze and deliver monthly and quarterly purchasing reports
Prepare purchase committee documentation
Scout continuously for new opportunities
Formulate corrective actions and improvement suggestions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in economics
Knowledge of Coupa software for Procurement management is a plus
Good knowledge of negotiation techniques
Proficient in MS Office
Fluent in English
Relational skills with both internal and external stakeholders
Capabilities of managing data from different sources
Verbal, written and presentation skills with ability to disclose data/financials in a clear and concise manner
Proactive and ability to develop practical or innovative approaches to meet targets
Motivated