Project Buyer (m/f/d) 80-100% - Schaerer AG

About the job

Founded in 1892, Schaerer AG, based in Zuchwil, Switzerland, is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of fully automatic professional coffee machines. As a traditional company, the brand stands for Swiss values combined with profound coffee expertise and exceptional flexibility under the guiding principle "We love it your way". This is reflected in the handling of customer enquiries and large orders, as well as in the offering of customised products and the widely configurable portfolio. Schaerer supports customers of all sizes worldwide in delivering the highest coffee enjoyment.

Schaerer is part of the French Groupe SEB group. All B2B brands of the group are consolidated under the sales umbrella "SEB PROFESSIONAL".

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Analysis and evaluation of offers, negotiation of complex commercial and contractual conditions, and derivation of well-founded purchasing and awarding decisions
• Conducting cost analyses, identifying and implementing cost optimisation measures, and ensuring material availability, especially during development and ramp-up phases
• Active participation in early project phases to define and implement optimal procurement strategies, as well as support for transfer-of-work activities and knowledge transfer
• Management and coordination of topics within a complex international matrix organisation, and close collaboration with development, quality, operations, project management, and other functions
• Preparation of management presentations and decision templates, independent prioritisation and risk analysis, as well as development of pragmatic solutions to achieve company goals and coordination of brand- and site-spanning activities

PROFILE:

• Completed degree or comparable education/training in business administration, (industrial) engineering, or a similar field
• Several years of professional experience in purchasing/procurement, ideally in a dynamic international environment
• Strong negotiation skills and assertiveness, as well as a professional approach to ambiguity, conflicting objectives, and changing requirements
• Excellent conflict resolution, communication, and teamwork skills
• Fluent German and English skills, both spoken and written