Turn supplier relationships into high-performing, reliable supply chain outcomes.
Proclinical is seeking an Operational Buyer to join the Supply Chain team in Swtzerland, supporting Small Molecules operations. This role focuses on ensuring the reliability and efficiency of supply chain activities by managing supplier performance and executing the Material Requirements Plan (MRP).
Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location or hold an EU passport.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor and track supplier performance, providing feedback to Strategic Buyers and Category Managers.
- Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance, including on-time delivery, quality, and compliance.
- Resolve Level 2 vendor escalations, such as delivery delays, MRP-driven changes, pricing discrepancies, and shipping issues.
- Collaborate with Procurement teams to maintain accurate material and vendor master data in SAP.
- Support supplier qualification, onboarding, and implementation of supplier changes.
- Manage vendor returns (RMAs), including cost recovery and replacements.
- Address Accounts Payable inquiries, such as invoice discrepancies.
- Conduct regular open order review meetings with suppliers.
- Assist in onboarding and approval of new raw materials and suppliers with internal stakeholders.
- Participate in competitive bidding processes and execute RFx activities in line with policy.
- Support Strategic Buyers in negotiating low-value contracts.
- Contribute to initiatives led by Central Category Managers and Site Strategic Buyers.
- Perform additional duties as required.
Key Skills and Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience in procurement or operational buying roles.
- Proficiency in SAP or comparable ERP systems.
- Strong background in purchasing raw materials.
- Ability to manage vendor performance and implement improvement plans.
- Experience in contract negotiation.
- Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Fluency in English and German is mandatory.
If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Olivier Worch at o.worch@proclinical.com.
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