Strategic Buyer (m/f/d)

About the job

Strategic Buyer (m/f/d)

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities in research and teaching. The Procurement Services VPIN department is responsible for procurement in the areas of construction, infrastructure, operations and ICT – economically, legally compliant and sustainably. To expand our purchasing organisation, we are looking for a purchasing professional who independently implements demanding procurements and enjoys working on new topics.

Shape a versatile procurement with us as a strategic buyer and further develop purchasing at ETH Zurich.

Job Description

In this role, you independently manage procurement projects along the entire procurement process. You conduct awards from direct awards to public tenders in the state contract area and accompany these from needs analysis through tendering and evaluation to contract conclusion. In doing so, you procure a variety of services and goods in the infrastructure environment, analyse markets and develop suitable procurement routes together with the specialist departments.

As a competent contact person, you advise internal clients in defining their requirements, develop meaningful service descriptions as well as suitability and award criteria, and ensure that technical, economic and legal requirements are optimally combined. In addition, you further develop procurement strategies and framework agreements, identify bundling potentials and take into account quality, risks, sustainability and life cycle costs.

Together with specialist units and the legal department, you actively shape contracts and supplier relationships, clarify commercial issues and support negotiations as well as bid clarifications. Furthermore, you contribute your expertise to the further development of purchasing, promote efficient processes and digital working methods, and contribute your knowledge to successful collaboration with the specialist departments.

Profile

• Higher education (HF, FH or university) in business administration, engineering, law, supply chain management or a comparable field; alternatively further training in purchasing at the level of a professional certificate or diploma
• Several years of professional experience in strategic purchasing as well as in conducting public procurement procedures
• Sound knowledge of Swiss procurement law (BöB/VöB or IVöB)
• Experience in procuring services and in preparing meaningful tender documents
• Analytical thinking skills as well as a high level of economic and process understanding
• Structured, independent working style with strong organisational skills
• Strong communication skills, negotiation skills and enjoyment in working with different stakeholders
• Experience in infrastructure, construction, planning or facility management environment is an advantage
• Very good German and good English skills
• High affinity for digital working methods as well as purchasing and award platforms

We offer

Your job with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development but also actively contributes to positive changes in society.

Working at the Vice Presidency for Infrastructure and Sustainability (VPIN) means actively shaping the future of ETH Zurich – an inspiring, international and innovative institution. Your commitment creates the best conditions for excellence in teaching, research, knowledge transfer and sustainability at ETH Zurich.

In an open, inspiring atmosphere, trust, reliability and mutual respect form the foundation of our collaboration. We offer you not only security but also diverse development opportunities. With us, you can expect meaningful work in an innovative and appreciative environment that you can help shape and that opens up new perspectives for you.

• At ETH Zurich, you will find a dynamic and international environment,
• You will have scope for design and practical and creative solutions are very welcome,
• We live: Lifelong Learning
• Benefits such as public transport subscriptions and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ , childcare, attractive pension benefits etc.

Working, Teaching and Researching at ETH Zurich

Diversity and sustainability are important to us

In line with our values , ETH Zurich supports an inclusive culture. We promote equal opportunities, value diversity and foster a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all employees and students are respected. On our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website , you can learn how we ensure a fair and open environment in which everyone can develop and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future.

Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with:

• Curriculum vitae
• Work references
• Relevant diplomas

Please submit your application exclusively via the online application portal.

For enquiries, Patrick Müller-Grau, Head of Procurement Services VPIN, is happy to assist you: patrick.muellergrau@ethz.ch , phone 044 633 27 61. Please do not send application documents to this email address.

Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. Applications by email or post will not be considered.

We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.

For personnel recruitment, the Terms and Conditions of ETH Zurich apply.

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the best technical and natural science universities in the world. We are known for our excellent teaching, pioneering basic research and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society. More than 30,000 people from over 120 countries find an environment with us that promotes independent thinking and a climate that inspires top performance. In the heart of Europe and globally networked, we develop solutions together for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.