Manager Purchasing

Powering transformation for a sustainable future

At WinGD and across the shipping industry we face unprecedented change as we strive to bring greater sustainability into our global business. As marine engine designers our responsibility in this is significant. A career with WinGD has an impact on shaping a better world for tomorrow.

As a leading developer of the two-stroke engines that power merchant shipping, our people drive innovative solutions for our customers on a global scale. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since its inception in 1893, WinGD continues the legacy of the Sulzer Corporation through innovation in design.

Our success in this ever evolving, competitive environment is based on the drive, innovation and collaboration of our diverse employee population, over 420 people worldwide, representing over 25 different nationalities. Come, be a part of this change.

WinGD is looking for a

Manager Purchasing

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the global strategic and operational purchasing team, coordinating and overseeing procurement activities, contract management, supplier negotiations, and inventory control.
• Develop and implement comprehensive purchasing strategies that align with the company’s objectives, focusing on cost efficiency, quality, sustainability, and innovation.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, conducting regular reviews to ensure compliance with quality standards and contractual obligations.
• Collaborate with teams within and outside Supply Chain Management to understand material requirements, forecast demands, and ensure timely availability of resources.
• Analyze market trends, assess risks, and adapt purchasing strategies to mitigate impacts on supply chain and production schedules.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the purchasing team, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance processes and systems.
• Support supplier selection, evaluation, and performance metrics, fostering a competitive and diverse supplier base in collaboration with Supplier Development team.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to purchasing and procurement activities.
• Develop and manage the purchasing budget, providing regular reports to senior management on cost-saving initiatives and purchasing performance metrics.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, with additional business degree (preferably focus on Supply Chain Management, or a related field)
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, with at least 5 years in a leadership role preferably within the heavy machinery or a related industry.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing effective purchasing strategies and managing large-scale procurement operations.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to develop and maintain effective supplier relationships.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, leading multicultural international teams.
• Proficient in ERP and procurement software, along with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

Our offer:

• An opportunity to shape the sustainability and environmental impact of the shipping industry. WinGD is on the leading edge of the technology which is shaping the future of the shipping industry
• A dynamic working environment, blending a long history of technology expertise with industry leading innovation across a global network
• Award winning and extraordinary products
• Multi-cultural and interdisciplinary teams offering diverse perspectives and collaborative thinking
• Dynamic and interactive working conditions. WinGD offers a non-hierarchical, agile structure where input and ideas are welcome
• In-house technology training and professional development opportunities