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

• 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

• 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

• 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 seeking a Logistics Buyer in collaboration with our client, a consumer goods business with offices in Zurich.

As a Logistics Buyer, you will play a crucial role in managing both strategic and operational purchasing activity within the Logistics category area.

The role requires a candidate with fluency in English & German.

Key Responsibilities of the Logistics Buyer:

• Coordinate and oversee the logistics process, from procurement to distribution
• Manage Procurement activity for the local and regional market with a focus on the Road freight area within the Logistics category
• Optimize Supply Chain & Procurement operations to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Work closely with the Logistics and wider Supply Chain team to deliver cost savings and provide best-in-class solutions
• Collaborate with suppliers and transport companies to ensure timely performance
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to logistics operations
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to logistics and supply chain

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 2+ years\' experience in Procurement and/or Supply Chain
• Strong understanding of supply chain management principles and practices
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Fluency in English & German is essential
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Improve both internal and external Quality procedures
• Manage and develop a team of circa 5 direct reports in the Supplier Quality and Supplier Development areas
• Truly own the Supplier Quality and Supplier Development area alongside establishing a robust Quality Management System
• Lead supplier audits, evaluation, processes and system alignment
• Monitor the quality and stability of suppliers and related supplier classification
• Constructively assess, influence and build partnerships with new and existing suppliers
• Create new processes within a new organisation within the business, develop team members and establish Supplier Quality Management
• Hold a key understanding of the parts and machinery associated with the business production

•  Educated to Degree or equivalent level
• Experience in the manufacturing or machinery industry with deep knowledge of the associated regulations
• Fluent in English; proficiency in speaking German to an advanced level would be advantageous
• Ideally have a background in supplier quality management with a preference for experience in manufacturing and/or machining processes
• A Project Management certification and experience in leading various projects would be desirable
• Strong stakeholder management skills, ability to influence and engage with senior leaders and engage in Supplier negotiations

• Own Engineering projects from end to end and be the key point of contact for the relevant projects
• Contribute to the design and technical concepts of machinery projects
• Create new processes in manufacturing and own new design projects
• Introduce new and optimised technology
• Encouraging the use of 6 ‘S’ and Lean principles within the team
• Guide, coach and develop the team and others you work with daily

• Educated to degree or equivalent level, ideally in an Engineering discipline
• Previous Manufacturing Management experience (preferred in Manufacturing or Machinery production, 5+ years’ overall experience)
• Fluent in German and English
• Hold a track record in delivering Engineering projects of varied cost and volume at any one time
• Strong communication skills when dealing with diverse, international stakeholders

EMEA Recruitment is seeking a Global Category Manager IT for our services-related client with offices near Baden, Switzerland.

In this strategic role, you will assist in managing the strategic procurement of all IT hardware and software globally and support other indirect categories when required.

Key responsibilities as Global Category Manager IT include:

• Assist senior internal stakeholders at a country, regional and global level to ensure all user needs are met and the business can benefit from efficient and advanced software and hardware solutions
• Lead and develop a team of Sourcing Managers, showcasing genuine people development and leadership capability
• Implement and strategize the IT Category area to deliver best-in-class solutions for the business
• Build and maintain a resilient IT supplier portfolio showcasing compliance and innovation
• Lead complex negotiations in areas such as SaaS, Cloud, Cybersecurity and infrastructure projects
• Manage IT contract management and work with internal partners to deliver upon Procurement/savings objectives

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Procurement or Category Manager to expand their horizons and strategically manage the IT spend, whilst leading and developing a team of Sourcing Managers.

Suitable applicants must have a proven track record in managing direct reports and owning the IT spend category within a Procurement department.

We are looking for a high-calibre candidate with the following skillset and experience:

• Educated to degree or equivalent level
• Confident in dealing with large IT providers – especially software suppliers
• Ideally, 8+ years of experience within Indirect Procurement (with IT Sourcing a must) at a strategic level
• Experience in dealing directly with suppliers – confident in sourcing, negotiating and managing supplier delivery
• Excellent communicator and able to positively engage multi-national teams, internal stakeholders and suppliers
• High level of PC literacy and familiarity with digital Procurement tools
• Fluent English is essential - other languages are beneficial

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.