Purchasing Manager

We are looking for a Purchasing Manager to oversee demand planning, procurement, and operational coordination within our retail business. This role focuses primarily on forecasting, supply planning, and ensuring product availability while supporting efficient retail operations.

Responsibilities

Demand Planning & Supply Management • Forecast demand and ensure product availability across retail operations • Monitor inventory levels, turnover, and stock health • Coordinate supply continuity with internal stakeholders

Procurement & Supplier Coordination • Manage purchasing processes and supplier relationships • Ensure compliance with procurement standards and commercial requirements • Support assortment planning and supply optimization

Assortment & Product Operations • Manage product assortment, pricing coordination, promotions, and consumables • Support commercial initiatives through operational planning

Logistics & Order Coordination • Place and track orders, coordinate deliveries, and support logistics processes • Ensure smooth operational flow between suppliers, logistics, and retail teams

Analysis & Reporting • Analyze demand, supply chain performance, and operational KPIs • Provide insights for planning, forecasting, and business decision-making

Requirements • Experience in

retail demand planning, procurement, or supply chain operations

(FMCG or retail preferred) • Strong forecasting, planning, and analytical skills • Experience managing product supply and procurement processes • Fluent Italian language and ability to work locally in Milan • ERP / supply chain systems experience is an advantage • Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills • Project coordination experience is a plus

What We Offer • Opportunity to work in a fast-growing international company • Collaboration with global professional teams • International career development opportunities • Continuous learning: trainings, certifications, events • Competitive salary and benefits package • Corporate bonuses, recognition programs, and employee perks