Buyer with Technical Passion - Shape Our Supply Chain Evatec specializes in designing, developing, producing, and selling high-tech thin film deposition equipment for the semiconductor, advanced packaging, optical, and optoelectronics markets.
Our multinational team of scientists, engineers, and support staff in Switzerland is complemented by a global network of sales and technical support staff across 15 countries in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Make a Difference – Embrace a Culture of Ownership and Decision Making
Grow – Take Development and Training Opportunities
Go Global – Thrive in a Multicultural, Global Business Environment
Things we offer our employees 42-hour work week with flexitime and home office options
Flat hierarchies for better communication and collaboration
Canteen and self-catering options at our Layers Cafe
Free covered parking
Good public transport connections
Variety of discounts (e.g., fitness center memberships, car purchases, mobile phones, computers, etc.)
Language Training Programmes
Company and team events to foster the spirit
Job Description As a Buyer with technical passion, you bring your expertise into the procurement of our complex components, lead international negotiations and secure material availability. You connect Engineering, Production and Supply Chain into a strong and well‑coordinated whole and help shape our processes.
What you will be doing Ensure material availability: you procure complex systems and components, ensure the demand‑driven supply of your material groups and keep all requirements in view
Clarify technical requirements: you read drawings, understand specifications and clarify technical details directly with Engineering and suppliers
Manage procurement processes: you process purchase requisitions, quotations, orders and confirmations and handle dunning activities
Lead negotiations: you obtain international quotations, compare technical options and negotiate prices
Manage deadlines & communication: you handle delivery escalations and keep all relevant stakeholders informed
What you should bring Bring a technical foundation: you have completed a technical education, ideally complemented by further training in purchasing
Live technical purchasing: you have 2–3 years of experience in purchasing and feel comfortable handling complex technical components
Use SAP confidently: you are familiar with SAP S/4 HANA and maintain master data accurately
Communicate effectively: you negotiate confidently and work solution‑oriented with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Apply your English skills: you communicate well in English, both spoken and written
Start Your Journey 1
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First Introduction We review your documents and invite you to an initial online meeting if there’s a good fit.
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It’s a Match We discuss the next steps and clarify any remaining questions.
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Welcome to Evatec We’re excited to welcome you to the team and start this journey together!
Is it a match? p.s. applications submitted via recruitment agencies are not considered
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