Job: Commodity Buyer
Location : Switzerland/ Germany (m/d/f)
Are you a skilled procurement professional with a flair for strategic sourcing? We're looking for a motivated Commodity Buyer to join our team in Switzerland. As a Commodity Buyer, you'll drive our sourcing efforts, ensuring a smooth supply chain and supporting our company's success.
Responsibilities:
- Lead negotiations for significant contracts, emphasising optimal pricing and favourable terms.
- Source technical components, including machining parts, industrial parts, and forging and casting.
- Leverage your technical/engineering background to comprehend the complexities of sourced components.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with overarching business objectives.
- Manage relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaborations that drive mutual success.
Requirements:
- Several years of experience sourcing technical components, especially machining parts, industrial parts, and forging and casting machining.
- Proven track record in negotiating and managing significant contracts, demonstrating exceptional negotiation skills.
- A background that combines technical knowledge and business acumen, ensuring well-informed procurement decisions.
- Proven experience in negotiating large contracts and pricing agreements.
- Effective communication skills to work collaboratively within diverse teams.
- Proficiency in English.
