Zürich
Strategic Buyer Electrical (m/f/d) 80-100%
- 29 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
About the job
We are consistently driving the professionalisation and digitalisation of our purchasing department forward. To strengthen our small purchasing team, we are looking for a committed individual who not only administers purchasing but actively shapes it.
What you will achieve
- You develop product group and supplier strategies and actively implement them
- You independently conduct price and contract negotiations with manufacturers, suppliers and subcontractors
- You sustainably develop supplier relationships, manage framework agreements and jointly unlock additional potential with our partners
- You identify optimisation potential with future-proof technologies and actively implement it
- You are a sparring partner for our operational units and accompany demanding procurement projects from tendering to contract conclusion
- You help shape the purchasing of tomorrow with us and actively develop our digital procurement processes, eProcurement solutions and data-driven purchasing management
- You are committed to anchoring sustainability and innovation in purchasing. In addition, you ensure compliance, governance and contract standards
What makes your start easier
- Commercial or technical basic training with further education in purchasing (e.g. Swiss federal diploma in purchasing, CAS Purchasing or equivalent)
- Several years of experience in strategic purchasing (preferably for electrical installation materials) or project management (e.g. project manager)
- Experience in contract negotiations and supplier management
- Analytical understanding of key figures, reporting and data analysis
- Your curiosity, motivation and commitment to actively shape purchasing
- Experience with eProcurement systems will facilitate your start
- Fluent German in spoken and written form, Italian or French an advantage
What awaits you
- We are successful – with us you can make a real impact
- We share our success with you – through employee shares and bonuses
- We combine the opportunities of a global large company with the advantages of an SME
- You work independently and take on responsibility
- Competent managers support you in achieving your goals and ensure professional framework conditions
- We offer career opportunities – we are happy to support you
- You are important to us – we offer you an open, appreciative and family-like environment
Any questions? Your future supervisor Roman Neuenschwander, Head of Supply Chain Management, has the answers and looks forward to your contact at +41 44 947 77 66.
Our purchasing department ensures the smooth running of the value chain at ETAVIS. We build long-term relationships with all suppliers, subcontractors and service companies so that we can offer our internal customers the most favourable conditions.
Have we piqued your interest? Then apply today. We are in a state of renewal and look forward to hearing from you!
If this position is not right for you, no problem. You can find more current and exciting job offers at ETAVIS here .
About us
ETAVIS is the ideal partner for innovative electrical engineering, communication and automation solutions in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. We offer customised, high-quality solutions for business customers of all industries and sizes as well as individually tailored services for private customers. As part of the VINCI Group, we benefit from global innovative strength and are locally anchored with our around 60 branches. As the largest small company, we are more human and family-oriented – every single person counts here. With over 2,500 employees and several hundred trainees, we work daily towards a more sustainable, better connected world.