Position: Associate

Job type: Contract

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Strategic Buyer (m/f) - 100%
  • Responsible for sourcing of electronic components
  • Solid understanding of process management within the supply chain
  • About Our Client

    Our client, an international company specialized in the electronic industry, located in the area of Zug, is currently looking for a dynamic and motivated Strategic Buyer (m/f) to start as soon as possible.

    Job Description
    • Commodity Management for electronic related material groups on a global base
    • Negotiate contracts with non-product and product related suppliers
    • Negotiate prices based on open calculation, lead-time, landed cost, and total cost (focusing on projects)
    • Be an interface to the Product Group and ensure early involvement of Strategic Buying and suppliers into all relevant internal and external project activities
    • Work with the supplier to agree on corrective actions to resolve escalated issues or look for alternative suppliers when necessary.
    • Tight coordination with the local and global Material Management departement
    • Make sure that all necessary purchasing parameters (vendor data, contracts) are given and stored properly and take appropriate actions whenever necessary.
    • Prepare analysis and statistics to control and support the sourcing strategy and the strategic planning.
    • Contribute to the definition, drive the implementation and executes the company’s Strategic Sourcing Strategy (improve Asian / China content).
    • Ensure the establishment of a competitive global supply chain which provides for sustainable reductions of total cost and integrates seamless into the purchasing and production (assembly) processes
    • Search, select, and qualify preferred suppliers to support the business requirements (improve Asian / China content).
    • Proactive improvement of the quality along the entire supply chain in close cooperation with all involved departments
    • Ensure the availability of up to date supply market information

    The Successful Applicant
    • Successfully completed Higher Education (preferably specialized in Business or Engineering)
    • Solid working experience in a technical environment
    • Solid work experience in strategic sourcing (APAC), preferably in China
    • Good understanding of the supply chain and of the critical production and assembly processes
    • Solid understanding of sourcing methodologies
    • Proficiency in Excel and experience in SAP
    • Project Management experience in a multi-plant or international environment.
    • Able to prioritize, strong communication skills and work under pressure as a team player
    • Analytical, solution oriented and able to deal with a fast moving and multicultural environment
    • Fluency in English is a requirement, Chinese is a big plus
    • Readiness for travelling


    What’s On Offer

    Do you have an analytical thinking and a hands-on mentality? Are you motivated to work in a flexible and dynamic environment? Are you a team player? If yes, please do not hesitate and apply now!

    Contact: Romain Weynand
    Quote job ref: JN-072021-2938214

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    Deadline: 10-05-2024

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