Description

In this role, you will manage sourcing and procurement events across Switzerland and the EMEA region, collaborating with various stakeholders to drive cost-effective and compliant supply solutions while optimizing supplier performance and market opportunities.

Requirements

• •Commercial diploma or degree in business administration, preferably in purchasing/supply chain
• •5-7 years experience in sourcing, procurement, and contracting roles
• •Supplier relationship management and sourcing category strategy execution experience
• •Demonstrated history of integrity, respect, and compliance
• •Team player, open-minded, hands-on, action-oriented, and solution-focused
• •Adaptable mindset for transition and continuous improvement
• •Strong ability to prioritize and handle changing demands
• •Eagerness to learn and face new challenges
• •Self-discipline, loyalty, discretion, courtesy, and tenacity
• •Self-starter, proactive, and reliable against deadlines
• •Ability to connect the dots and see the bigger picture
• •Attention to detail in interpreting and applying rules
• •Critical thinking and strong analytical mindset
• •Very good business communication skills in German and English
• •Strong working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• •Experience in Source-to-Contract/Procure-to-Pay tools
• •Recognised industry professional qualification (CIPS, CPA, CIMA or similar)
• •Active participation in a recognized procurement/sourcing association
• •SAP SRM/SAP MM experience
• •Experience with MS Tableau, PowerBI, or programming

Tasks

• •Plan and execute medium-complexity sourcing events
• •Coordinate procurement activities across indirect purchasing categories
• •Collaborate with stakeholders, including requestors and suppliers
• •Establish credibility and influence internal stakeholders
• •Analyze local and regional supply markets for optimization opportunities
• •Drive supplier performance monitoring and contract remediation
• •Conduct spend analysis and report cost savings
• •Negotiate commercial frameworks, pricing, KPIs, and SLAs
• •Validate and negotiate contract terms for compliance
• •Manage procurement processes within agreed parameters
• •Resolve complex procure-to-pay queries with stakeholders
• •Communicate procurement information with team members
• •Monitor supplier performance and report issues
• •Identify and finalize suitable sources of supply
• •Analyze market pricing trends and supplier feedback
• •Conduct contract analysis for re-sourcing priorities
• •Publish monthly and ad-hoc reports on procurement activities
• •Collaborate on special projects and continuous improvement

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