Sécheron Hasler Group

Railway electrical safety components and systems

Strategic Buyer

Procurement & SourcingUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeVillafranca di Verona, Italy€30k - €40k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, or a related discipline, completed as a three-year program.
English proficiency at B2/Upper Intermediate level for communication with international subsidiaries and suppliers.
At least three years of experience in electronic components procurement in the same role, preferably in railway applications, with responsibility for critical categories such as PCB, PCBA, and safety-critical components.
Experience in strategic sourcing management within regulated environments governed by industry standards, preferably railway standards such as EN 50155, EN 45545, or IRIS, with a focus on supply-chain reliability and continuity.
Experience defining procurement strategies based on total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, risk assessment, obsolescence management, and alternative supplier scouting.
Competence in framework agreement negotiations, supplier performance management using KPIs, audits, and improvement plans, and technical team support for new solution introduction or cost-reduction redesigns.
Experience collaborating with R&D, Quality, and Production teams to ensure operational continuity, obsolescence management, introduction of qualified alternatives, and industrialization project support.
Ability to approach work analytically, focus on structural cost savings, and operate in international contexts.
Knowledge of PCBA, PCB, and electronic components sourcing and procurement.
Knowledge of TCO analysis, cost breakdown, and should-cost analysis.
Knowledge of contract management, NDAs, SLAs, and framework agreements.
Knowledge of obsolescence management and equivalent component identification.
Familiarity with bills of materials (BOM) and complex bills of materials.
Knowledge of supply-chain disruption risk mitigation.
Experience using ERP/MRP systems, preferably Oracle.
Knowledge of technical supplier evaluation and process audits.
Knowledge of the standards EN 50155, EN 45545, and IRIS.
Ability to work autonomously and manage priorities.
Ability to communicate across interdisciplinary teams.
Ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions.
Ability to solve problems and operate proactively in international and multicultural contexts.

Responsibilities

Manage sourcing for electronic components, including PCBA, SMT/THT modules, cables, connectors, sensors, power electronics, and embedded systems.
Support the definition of sourcing strategies based on TCO analysis, cost breakdown, and risk assessment, and implement risk mitigation plans.
Support procurement market research and development of specific markets.
Lead negotiations and execute framework agreements, NDAs, and SLAs with national and international suppliers.
Procure obsolete products or parts and critical components, including EOL and LTB items.
Execute procurement projects to reduce costs in electronic and non-electronic categories through sourcing strategies, supplier consolidation, and structured negotiations.
Support Operative Buyers in daily business.
Monitor supplier KPIs for quality, on-time delivery, and costs, and track agreed improvement plans.
Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Industrialization, and Production teams to ensure technical alignment and operational continuity.
Support R&D projects for new electronic platforms, contributing to cost targets and strategic supplier selection.
Manage the resolution of supplier non-conformities at the strategic level.
Maintain supplier and article data in the database.
Support the execution of internal audits.

Desired Qualifications

Railway-application procurement experience and experience with critical categories such as PCB, PCBA, and safety-critical components are preferred.
Experience with railway standards such as EN 50155, EN 45545, and IRIS is preferred.
Oracle ERP/MRP experience is preferred.

Strategic Buyer

Sécheron Hasler Group · Villafranca di Verona, Italy · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-16

Salary: EUR 30,000–40,000

Workplace: on_site

Department: HaslerRail | OBE

Description

Sécheron Hasler Italia is looking for a Strategic Buyer to join its dynamic Strategic Procurement Team. The selected candidate will report to the Head of Strategic Procurement for the execution of Strategic Procurement daily activities and specific projects, in a multicultural and international context.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage sourcing for electronic components including PCBA, SMT/THT modules, cables, connectors, sensors, power electronics, and embedded systems.

Support definition of sourcing strategies based on TCO analysis, cost breakdown, and risk assessment; implement risk mitigation plans.

Support Procurement market research and development of specific markets. Lead negotiations and execute framework agreements, NDAs, and SLAs with national and international suppliers.

Execute the Procurement of obsolete products/parts and/or critical components (EOL, LTB).Execute Procurement projects: cost reduction on electronic and non electronic categories through sourcing strategies, supplier consolidation, and structured negotiations.

Support the Operative Buyers in the daily business.

Monitor supplier KPIs (quality, on-time delivery, costs) and track agreed improvement plans.

Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Industrialization, and Production teams to ensure technical alignment and operational continuity.

Support R&D projects for new electronic platforms, contributing to cost targets and strategic supplier selection.

Manage the resolution of non conformities with suppliers at strategic level.

Maintain suppliers and article data in the database.

Support the execution of internal Audits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, or related disciplines (3-year program)

English language proficiency at B2/Upper Intermediate level for interface with international subsidiaries and suppliers.

Consolidated experience in the same role for a minimum of 3 years in electronic components procurement, preferably for railway applications, with responsibility for critical categories such as PCB, PCBA, and safety-critical components.

Specialized in strategic sourcing management within regulated environments governed by industry standards (preferably railway standards such as EN 50155, EN 45545, IRIS), with focus on supply chain reliability and continuity.

Experience in defining procurement strategies based on TCO analysis, risk assessment, obsolescence management, and alternative supplier scouting.

Competence in framework agreement negotiations, supplier performance management (KPIs, audits, improvement plans), and technical team support for new solution introduction or cost reduction redesigns.

Accustomed to collaborating with R&D, Quality, and Production teams to ensure operational continuity, obsolescence management, introduction of qualified alternatives, and industrialization project support.

Analytical approach, orientation toward structural cost savings, and ability to operate in international contexts.

Technical Competencies

• PCBA, PCB, and electronic components sourcing and procurement
• TCO analysis, cost breakdown, and should-cost analysis
• Contract management, NDAs, SLAs, and framework agreements
• Obsolescence management and equivalent component identification
• Familiarity with BOM and complex bill of materials
• Supply chain disruption risk mitigation
• ERP/MRP system usage (preferably Oracle)
• Technical supplier evaluation and process audits
• Knowledge of main regulatory standards: EN 50155, EN 45545, IRIS

Transversal Competencies

• Advanced negotiation skills
• Ability to work autonomously and manage priorities
• Interdisciplinary communication
• Data analysis and data-driven decision-making approach
• Problem-solving orientation
• Proactivity and dynamism
• Ability to operate in international and multicultural contexts

Benefits

We give our employees full responsibility for their work tasks. We encourage all employees to take initiative and contribute to the operational excellence of the company, and we provide ample opportunities for them to achieve their personal and professional growth goals.

· interesting work experience in an international company

· possibility of travelling

· professional and career growth within the Italian and parent company

We offer a permanent employment contract under the Italian National Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL) for the metal-mechanical sector, with a gross annual salary (RAL) ranging between €30,000 and €40,000, depending on the candidate’s experience and skills.

In addition, in line with company policy and applicable collective agreements, we offer:

· On-site work model with the possibility of smart working up to two days per week, in accordance with company policy

· Flexible working hours

· Welfare benefits in accordance with the applicable collective labour agreement

The indicated salary range reflects our commitment to internal equity and pay transparency.

If our offer appeals to you and you meet the above requirements, please apply!

This a direct recruitment, we ask agencies to abstain from submitting unsolicited profiles.

Secheron Hasler Group is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

For more information, please visit our website;https://www.secheron.com/ You can also find us on Linkedin.

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About the Company

Sécheron Hasler Group

Railway electrical safety components and systems

Sécheron Hasler Group designs and manufactures high-power electrical systems for railways, with two divisions: Electrical Safety Solutions (AC/DC circuit breakers, contactors, pantographs, and switches) and Traction Power Systems (DC traction substations, rectifiers, DC switchgear, and complete substation assemblies). Its products protect high-voltage circuits on trains and power rail networks, and can be delivered as standard parts or fully engineered, factory-tested subsystems. The company differentiates itself through vertical integration—design, engineering, and manufacturing done in-house—and tailored, turnkey solutions for global transit authorities. Its goal is to provide safe, reliable electrical power equipment and related services, extending its high-power expertise to sectors like renewable energy, mining, and marine electrification.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Satigny, Switzerland
Founded: Not listed

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