Operational Buyer

Job Description Operational Buyer Job Location: Sarnen Company: Leister Technologies AG Workload (in %): 100% Leister Technologies AG, headquartered in Central Switzerland, is a leading provider of premium products for process heat and plastic processing. As part of the globally active Leister Group, the company has been on a growth path for decades. Around 900 employees in eight countries and 130 sales partners ensure a worldwide presence. With its innovative products the Leister Group is committed to improving quality of life. Operational Buyer As part of the Procurement Department at Leister Technologies AG , you ensure that materials and services are available at the right time, in the required quality, and at optimal cost. Through your technical expertise and strong negotiation skills, you make a significant contribution to the smooth and efficient operation of our production processes and overall business. Your tasks • Procuring and planning materials and external services within assigned product categories • Monitoring order confirmations, delivery schedules, pricing and quality • Obtaining, analysing and negotiating quotations in the international procurement market • Negotiating and concluding framework agreements • Managing inventory levels, inventory turnover, and optimal order quantities and lot sizes • Ensuring supplier delivery performance (OTD, quantity and quality), including escalation management • Maintaining and ensuring accurate material and supplier master data in the ERP system • Working closely with Category Management and collaborating cross-functionally with Production Planning, Quality and Logistics • Processing non-conformance reports (NOD) • Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives (CIP) Your Profile • Technical vocational training in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics or Mechatronics, complemented by further education in Purchasing or Business Administration • Several years of professional experience in international procurement, ideally within an industrial manufacturing environment • Proficient in Microsoft Office and experienced in working with SAP S/4HANA • Dedicated, reliable and goal-oriented working style • Strong assertiveness, resilience and a collaborative team-oriented mindset • Excellent written and spoken German and English What you can expect • A responsible position in an international industrial environment • A high degree of autonomy and short decision-making processes • Flexible working hours and up to two days of remote work per week, where operationally feasible • Support for further education and excellent opportunities for personal and professional development • Attractive employee benefits, including free parking with EV charging stations, shower facilities for cyclists and sports enthusiasts, and more Notice to Recruitment Agencies For this position, we only accept direct applications. Unfortunately, applications or enquiries submitted by recruitment agencies or executive search firms cannot be considered. As part of the Procurement Department at Leister Technologies AG , you ensure that materials and services are available at the right time, in the required quality, and at optimal cost. Through your technical expertise and strong negotiation skills, you make a significant contribution to the smooth and efficient operation of our production processes and overall business. Your tasks • Procuring and planning materials and external services within assigned product categories • Monitoring order confirmations, delivery schedules, pricing and quality • Obtaining, analysing and negotiating quotations in the international procurement market • Negotiating and concluding framework agreements • Managing inventory levels, inventory turnover, and optimal order quantities and lot sizes • Ensuring supplier delivery performance (OTD, quantity and quality), including escalation management • Maintaining and ensuring accurate material and supplier master data in the ERP system • Working closely with Category Management and collaborating cross-functionally with Production Planning, Quality and Logistics • Processing non-conformance reports (NOD) • Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives (CIP) Your Profile • Technical vocational training in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics or Mechatronics, complemented by further education in Purchasing or Business Administration • Several years of professional experience in international procurement, ideally within an industrial manufacturing environment • Proficient in Microsoft Office and experienced in working with SAP S/4HANA • Dedicated, reliable and goal-oriented working style • Strong assertiveness, resilience and a collaborative team-oriented mindset • Excellent written and spoken German and English What you can expect • A responsible position in an international industrial environment • A high degree of autonomy and short decision-making processes • Flexible working hours and up to two days of remote work per week, where operationally feasible • Support for further education and excellent opportunities for personal and professional development • Attractive employee benefits, including free parking with EV charging stations, shower facilities for cyclists and sports enthusiasts, and more Notice to Recruitment Agencies For this position, we only accept direct applications. Unfortunately, applications or enquiries submitted by recruitment agencies or executive search firms cannot be considered. We look forward to receiving your full application.