Description
My client, a leading medical devices company is currently seeking an Indirect Sourcing Manager in the Zurich area for a 6 months project. This is a global medical devices company with presence around Europe, a trackrecord of making a real difference to individual's lives. This is a company of heritage, and prestige. They are well known for their ability in pioneering products. They operate an open-minded environment, where you will be empowered with the relevant decision-making authority, but will equally be accountable for your actions and responsibilities.Main requirements:
- Indirect Sourcing, Indirect Category Management (ideally in Travel Category), accounting principles and budgeting practices necessary to be able to function responsibly in this position
- Knows the criteria, process and tools for measuring and recording purchasing performance.
- Effective team player with excellent analytical skills
- Negotiation and development of contracts
- Create and Implementation of project and source plans
- Liaises with global sourcing organization, Global and EMEA Category Managers
- Reviews requisitions and aligns with other departments regarding e.g. requirements,
- Specifications, quantity, delivery requirements and payment terms. Evaluates,
- recommends and implements alternate suppliers where a savings in cost or improved delivery will result
- Negotiates prices and follows competitive bidding procedures and interacting with other departments
- Investigates supplier's financial condition, competence, facilities, and services for supply sources.
- Sourcing system maintenance and updates to insure integrity of data.
- Excellent communication skills (able to communicate equally well with all employees, including internal and external senior management)
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a technical, accounting, or other business discipline, or equivalent education combined with relevant job experience.
- Experience in Medical Device Industry and Indirect Sourcing (Category of Travel is aplus) preferred
- ERP system experience SAP R/3 knowledge (MM) is a plus
- Profound English and German language skills
If you are interested in this or other opportunities please feel free to contact me.