We are looking for a Sourcing manager for one of our clients in the medical device industry. The perfect candidate has knowledge of business enterprise tools (e.g. SAP ) and the overall procurement process / methodology, such as documenting requirements, c onducting analysis and negotiations, and communicating with stakeholders and suppliers .
General Information:
Latest Start Date: 01.08.2025
Planned duration: 1 year (Extension: likely)
Workplace: Rotkreuz
Workload: 100%
Remote/Home Office: 2 days a week
Travel: 10-15%
Tasks & Responsibilities:
Ensuring all procurement requests are executed in line with category guidance, and in compliance with relevant policies, standards, Guidelines, and operating procedures, including preferred supplier arrangements and contracting requirements
Execute procurement requests in line with category guidance and compliance with policies, standards, guidelines, and operating procedures.
Collaborate with Procurement and Business stakeholders to understand and execute relevant procurement processes.
Apply appropriate methodologies, tools, and value levers for effective procurement
Work with Category Management teams to address end-user requirements and identify opportunities for aggregation and leverage
Ensure consistent value delivery through continuous improvement methodologies, operational efficiencies, and optimal supplier performance
Collaborate with legal and contracting functions for contracting activities, including the preparation and review of master agreements, statements of work, change orders
Understand end user requirements as received directly or indirectly
Leverage the applicable category guidance documents and procurement knowledge to determine the best method for driving value in meeting the request.
Execute support requests, applying continuous improvement methodologies where possible
Ensure compliance to applicable policies, standards and operating procedures in order to maintain the organization’s right to operate.
Communicate the status, progress, and outcomes of procurement activities
Support the creation and review of relevant purchasing documentation
Maintain information flows back to the Category Management teams
Must Haves:
University degree in business/Supply Chain or similar degree
Min. 3 years procurement experience with experience in basic contracting, business enterprise systems, and spot buying
Good communication skills and demonstrated understanding of translating business requirements into procurement specifications with customer service in mind
Sourcing management experience in a technical field (electronics, mechanics)
Knowledgeable in systems and processes for efficient management of contract documentation, templates and processing tools (e.g. eSourcing, eAuction)
Business level fluency in English
Knowledge of business enterprise tools ( SAP )
Experience or demonstrated understanding in supporting cost reduction and value improvement programs
Nice to Have:
Documented international Strategic Sourcing or cost reduction experience.
Experience in operational excellence or continuous improvement methodologies
Life Sciences experience
Professional purchasing (e.g. CIPS, ISM) or Finance related licenses or certifications
Experience with enterprise systems and procure-to-pay tools and eSourcing tools
Business related degree preferable
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