Strategic Purchaser

Saint-Prex, Waadt, Switzerland

Job Description

to drive cost competitiveness, quality, innovation, and supply risk mitigation across a complex, multi-site manufacturing footprint and global supply chain network.
WHAT YOU WILL DO IN YOUR ROLE

  • Act as the procurement lead for new product development (NPD) initiatives, ensuring sourcing requirements are embedded in the product design process from concept to launch.
  • Develop and implement category strategies for key technological components and materials in collaboration with global and site-based purchasing teams.
  • Proactively identify and on-board strategic suppliers aligned with innovation, cost, quality, and sustainability goals.
  • Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contract finalization for new product platforms, leveraging total cost of ownership (TCO) and life-cycle management principles.
  • Facilitate early supplier involvement and co-development activities with critical suppliers and engineering teams.
  • Monitor global technology trends and market intelligence to identify new sourcing opportunities and mitigate supply risks.
  • Ensure alignment with compliance standards, including ESG, conflict minerals, export control, and other regulatory frameworks.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the maturity of the company's global sourcing governance model.
  • Act as a bridge between HQ strategy and local/site execution, ensuring consistency and synergy across the global manufacturing network.
THE EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS YOU WILL BRING
  • Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5-7 years of experience in global strategic procurement or sourcing within a high-tech, international multi-site manufacturing environment.
  • Experience working within a global organization and coordinating with cross-functional, cross-cultural teams.
  • Proven track record in supplier development, negotiations, and contract management. Internationally, including the APAC region.
  • Fluent in French and English, any other language a plus.
WHAT WILL PUT YOU AHEAD
  • Solid understanding of New Product Development processes, especially in a technology-driven context.
  • Strong analytical and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication and influencing abilities across technical and commercial stakeholders.
  • SAP knowledge a definite plus.
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1656031
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Saint-Prex, Waadt, Switzerland
  • Education
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