Procurement Specialist
1. Full-time
Company Description
Welcome to SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG
We are a pioneering network of online marketplaces and a leading European digital company that simplifies people’s lives with forward-looking products.
A little bit about us to help ignite your imagination
SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG came together following the merger of Scout24 Switzerland and TX Markets in 2021. A union which included some of Switzerland’s most well-known leading marketplaces.
Our exciting portfolio currently spans four business areas and includes Real Estate (immoscout24.ch, homegate.ch, ImmoStreet.ch, home.ch, Acheter-Louer.ch, Flatfox, Casasoft), Automotive (autoscout24.ch, motoscout24.ch), General Marketplaces (anibis.ch, tutti.ch, Ricardo.ch) and Finance and Insurance (financescout24.ch, Moneyland.ch).
At SMG Serbia, 130+ talents thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, guided by our values: Better Together, Aim High, and Act Responsibly, shaping the future of digital marketplaces.
Job Description
About our function
Over the past 2,5 years, we have established the foundations of SMG’s procurement function, and now we are expanding our small, dynamic team to take the next steps.
If you are eager to learn, thrive in a growing and evolving environment, and want to be part of a team shaping how procurement operates across the business, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career.
About our team set up
SMG serves the Swiss market but operates with teams around the world. You will be based in our Serbia office. This role requires close collaboration with teams and stakeholders located in Switzerland, thus thriving in a hybrid work environment should be part of your DNA.
About the position
In this role, you will be a key member of our young procurement team, helping us grow from an operational to a strategic function. As part of your missions, you will :
1. Deliver sourcing initiatives with a high focus on IT categories:
2. Manage full sourcing process, from requirements gathering and market analysis to final suppliers’ negotiations and contract signature
3. Secure suppliers’ agreements that guarantee the best value for money, mitigate commercial risks and are in line with the business strategy
2. Turn data into valuable procurement insights:
4. Support the annual Sourcing Planning, including consolidation of the project requests, timelines, resources as well as savings target
5. Contribute to the development of new category strategies through in-depth spend and market data segmentation and analysis
6. Maintain and improve procurement performance database and visual reports, crucial to Procurement’s internal visibility
3. Support cross-functional procurement initiatives:
7. Actively contribute to SMG’s ESG goals by coordinating the annual tracking of supplier CO₂ emission
8. Assist in future cross-functional programs e.g. training, ESG, tooling or compliance
Qualifications
We already know you're talented, but here are some other requirements for the role:
9. You have a bachelor or master’s degree in business, engineering or related field
10. You have 2-4 years’ experience in procurement, including leading sourcing initiatives
11. You are a pro-active self-starter who thrive in a dynamic environment, capable of both following structured processes and of showing agility when required
12. You have a strong analytical mindset and genuinely enjoy working with data, turning complex and unstructured information into clear insights
13. Good communication and stakeholder management skills
14. English is our official company language, you use it fluently in your daily work
15. With our headquarters in Switzerland, German skills are a strong asset
Additional Information
Benefits you'll love
16. Be a part of well established Swiss-based subsidiary in Belgrade
17. We value work-life balance and employee happiness. That’s why we grant you hybrid work environment, and 25 vacation days per year, with the option to buy another 10 days in an unbureaucratic process. You get 5 fully paid sick days per year, and another 5 days for special occasions
18. Lots of team activities and perks
19. LinkedIn Learning
20. Great equipment, competitive salary and a variety of fringe benefits like a gym membership and discounts at local stores
21. International team and working environment of talented and fun people
22. Stimulating work experience that will allow you to grow both professionally and personally
23. Yearly budget for your personal development
Disclaimer
SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG primarily engages directly with candidates. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies unless we have specifically requested their assistance for particular roles. Any submissions made without a prior request from our Talent Acquisition team will not be acknowledged or considered. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of recruitment agencies in respecting this policy.
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About Us
SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG. is a pioneering network of online marketplaces and cutting-edge European digital company that simplifies people’s lives with innovative products.
SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG. provides customers the best tools to meet their life decision needs. The portfolio includes Real Estate (,, ,, ,, ,,, ), Automotive (, ), General Marketplaces (,, ) and Finance & Insurance (, ).
The company was founded in November 2021 by TX Group AG, Ringier AG, La Mobilière and General Atlantic.
Disclaimer
SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG primarily engages directly with candidates. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies unless we have specifically requested their assistance for particular roles. Any submissions made without a prior request from our Talent Acquisition team will not be acknowledged or considered. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of recruitment agencies in respecting this policy.
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