EMEA Recruitment is recruiting for a dynamic Supplier Development Manager to join a leading manufacturing company in Zurich during an exciting period of growth.

Reporting to the Global Head of Category & Supplier Development, you will be instrumental in driving supplier performance improvements within the casting/foundry category.

Along with hybrid working, this role incorporates 25% travel to global suppliers. 

Key responsibilities of the Supplier Development Manager include:

• Lead and manage supplier development projects, including technical and quality audits
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on development and improvement initiatives
• Oversee trial orders from new suppliers, ensuring a smooth transition to operational procurement
• Identify and implement performance improvement measures with both new and existing suppliers
• Ensure effective management of supplier data, inspections, and performance monitoring

Your Profile:

• Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent experience
• Strong background in supplier development, with hands-on experience in complex projects
• Knowledge of castings/iron & steel 
• Experience in Quality Control/Quality Assurance, Engineering
• Excellent communication skills in English; fluency in German is advantageous

EMEA Recruitment is dedicated to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as an impartial third party in the recruitment process, focusing on skills and experience. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

We are currently looking to speak with an experienced German-speaking Production Manager for an exclusive role based close to Zurich.
 
This role will be managing the Production operations to meet customers’ requirements while hitting company targets in a high volume, fast-paced environment.
 
Your key responsibilities as Production Manager will include:

• To plan, monitor and improve manufacturing and production performance
• To ensure effective coaching, directing and development of the team of first-line reports (managing a wider Production team of 50-80 with 3-6 direct reports)
• Ensure that the highest levels of customer service and satisfaction are achieved by way of product quality/safety, timely delivery and response
• Ensure GMP and hygiene requirements are adhered to in the Food & Beverage Manufacturing environment
• Work closely with Supply Chain teams and stakeholders to deliver upon agreed Production objectives whilst managing workload changes impacted by seasonality

Ideally, you will have experience in a Manufacturing environment, with a background in Production or Operations Management. You should also be accustomed to leading teams in a high-volume production setting.

Additional requirements for this Production Manager role include:

• Educated to degree or equivalent level, ideally in an Engineering related discipline
• Fluent in German and English
• Previous Manufacturing Management experience (preferred in Food & Beverages, Cosmetics or FMCG, 5+ years’ overall experience)
• Strong user knowledge of policies and a proven track record of reaching objectives
• Strong communication skills when dealing with diverse, international stakeholders

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

In collaboration with our client, we are looking for a German-speaking Senior Sourcing Lead Professional Services to join a global procurement team.

This is a strategic role within our client\'s Indirect team, responsible for leading sourcing activities and developing category strategies that deliver value, optimise costs, and mitigate supply chain risks.

Your key responsibilities as the Senior Sourcing Lead Professional Services will include:

• Plan and lead global category initiatives and develop sub-category strategies within the Professional Services category
• Within this area specifically manage spend related to Consultancy, Financial Services and BPO
• Manage supplier performance, innovation, and demand management to ensure effective service delivery
• Ensure compliance with global sourcing standards and monitor vendor management processes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key business partners and stakeholders

We are looking for high-calibre candidates for the Senior Sourcing Lead Professional Services role with the following qualifications and experience:

• Degree or equivalent in business administration or a related business/economics field
• 5+ years of sourcing or procurement experience
• Fluent in German and English
• Proven track record in delivering strategic sourcing solutions and optimising business outcomes

If you have the expertise to deliver category management initiatives and develop sourcing strategies on a global scale, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

EMEA Recruitment has partnered with our client in the hospitality sector in the search for a Buyer Indirects to join their team in Basel, Switzerland. 

This role will handle various essential tasks, including drafting tender documents, estimating costs and savings across categories, managing product and pricing data, and conducting relevant analyses.

The Buyer Indirect will oversee logistics and monitor inventory to ensure smooth operations and report to the Senior Purchasing Manager.

Key Responsibilities of the Buyer Indirects:

• Project and analyse expenditures and cost-saving opportunities for each category (Uniforms etc.)
• Keep item specifications and purchasing data up-to-date
• Help manage supplier performance, addressing quality issues, stock availability, and other service aspects
• Manage the procurement system, updating items, pricing, and logistical information as needed
• Regularly update prices in the system to reflect current market conditions
• Conduct various analytical tasks to support purchasing decisions
• Contribute to the preparation of updates for the Senior Management team

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• Fluency in English, with basic German skills as a plus
• Some work experience, ideally from internships or part-time roles
• Strong interest in building a career in Supply Chain or Procurement
• Self-driven with a positive, solution-oriented approach
• Excellent analytical abilities and adaptability in a dynamic workplace

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

We are currently seeking a Category Manager CAPEX in collaboration with our client, based in the Zurich area.

Operating in a manufacturing-orientated environment, the ideal candidate will have prior experience in a production-focused domain on indirect spend categories, such as CAPEX, MRO, and Facility Management.

Key responsibilities of the Category Manager include:

• Cover site expenditure and capital projects responsible for delivering year-on-year cost savings
• Develop strategic purchasing plans and supplier consolidation projects
• Display a strong technical understanding of CAPEX and MRO procurement, having previously concluded negotiations, established supplier frameworks, and shared best practice across the relevant regional spend areas
• Work towards achieving corporate goals through cost savings and process efficiencies
• Manage Capital Spend Projects across 50+ factories globally
• Create, manage and run end-to-end projects related to driving both operational and strategic purchasing in the Capex, machinery and spare parts spend area

For the Category Manager CAPEX position, we are looking for a high calibre candidate with the following skillset:

• Educated to degree or equivalent level, ideally in an Economic, Engineering or Supply Chain-focused discipline
• Circa 5+ years\' working experience in a technical procurement environment
• Category management experience and project management knowledge, ideally obtained in a matrix environment and fast-paced organization
• Ability to monitor results against established KPIs, and continually assess and review the existing supplier base
• Strong stakeholder management skills with ability to engage and interact with the Production operation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), plus a strong knowledge of SAP would be beneficial
• Fluency in English
• Willing to travel on ad-hoc basis

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.