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Purchasing/Procurement Specialist


Nordson Corporation
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Join ARAG S.r.l. - A Global Leader in Precision Farming Solutions

ARAG S.r.l. designs, manufactures, and supplies advanced components and systems for crop spraying, weed control, and crop protection, serving the Precision Farming sector. With a strong foundation in research, technological innovation, sustainability, and a people-centric approach, ARAG has become one of the leading global players in agricultural technology.

Founded in 1976 in Rubiera (Reggio Emilia), ARAG is part of Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN), serving as its Precision Agriculture Division (PAG).

You'll join a fast-growing, internationally recognized organization committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

The Role

As a Procurement Specialist, you will contribute to ensuring the efficient acquisition of raw materials, components, and parts essential to ARAG's production processes.
You will manage purchasing activities with a focus on cost, quality, and timely delivery, supporting the continuous improvement of the supply chain.

You will work closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to support strategic sourcing initiatives and optimize purchasing processes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the procurement of raw materials, components, and semi-finished goods ensuring availability, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Support supplier scouting, qualification, and evaluation activities.
  • Negotiate prices, lead times, and purchasing conditions with suppliers.
  • Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules, and inventory levels to ensure operational continuity.
  • Collaborate with engineering, planning, and production departments to align purchasing activities with business needs.
  • Analyze data and KPIs using Excel and other procurement tools to drive decision-making.
  • Contribute to improving procurement processes, workflows, and supplier performance.
  • Support strategic sourcing initiatives and cost-saving activities.
Requirements
  • 1-3 years of experience in procurement or purchasing roles, preferably within industrial, mechanical, electronic, or manufacturing environments.
  • Experience in direct procurement: considered a plus.
  • Strong analytical skills, with solid proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
  • Bachelor's degree in Economics or related fields: considered a plus.
  • Intermediate (B2) level of English.
  • Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  • Proactive and structured approach to problem-solving.

What We Offer

We offer a dynamic and supportive environment where innovation, teamwork, and professional development are highly valued.

You will join an international organization with the stability of a global group and the agility of a company continuously evolving to meet the challenges of modern, sustainable agriculture.

Interested?

If you're ready to grow your career within a global leader and contribute to the efficiency and excellence of our procurement processes, apply online with your CV - and grow with us at Nordson Precision Agriculture.
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JOB SUMMARY
Purchasing/Procurement Specialist
Nordson Corporation
Rubiera
3 days ago
N/A
Full-time

Purchasing/Procurement Specialist