Job Opportunities in Switzerland


August 26, 2024

DSM

Sisseln

OTHER


Buyer (m/w/d)

Buyer MES
Sisseln, Switzerland
On-site/Remote



To capture all indirect spend for his/her sites / categories and to service by implementing the approved sourcing strategies, within companies' requirements and guidelines, to ensure results on all agreed goals with BU and Group functions, and to contribute to the overall result for DSM-FIRMENICH

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.


Key responsibilities:
  • To act as the first point of contact for all stakeholders on the site(s)
  • Define the relevant Sourcing approach, aligned with the sourcing strategies for local spend
  • Coordinating, managing or re-directing all procurement activities for spend between 100K and 500K Euro’s.
  • Prepare and lead fact based negotiations, supplier selection and contracting process for regional/local spend.
  • Lead contract implementation and potential localization and resolve issues in close alignment with Category Managers
  • Develop and manage relationship with preferred/approved suppliers and a.o. track/develop their performance ·
  • Initiate and conduct supplier performance evaluations.
  • Support stakeholders: using DSM-FIRMENICH (preferred) contracts, executing competitive bids, spot buying or coordinate specification-sourcing process towards category management.
  • Monitoring the P2P process and ensuring compliance with agreed Pay terms
  • Manage contracts and proactively initiate renewals or new tenders for existing contacts


You bring:
  • Bachelors' degree in relevant expertise area or equal level developed by experience
  • Local languages (German or French) and English are required, other languages are a plus
  • Min 2 years Procurement experience strongly preferred
  • Relevant systems savvy / Multitasking
  • Demand Management and Negotiation Skills
  • Own and deliver the outcome


dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.



dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.



We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.


Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.

Latest Job Opportunities


October 9, 2024

FELFEL AG
Teamleiter*in Account Management

Zürich

OTHER

View Details

October 9, 2024

Gemeindeverwaltung Stäfa
Fachperson Offene Jugendarbeit (60 %)

Stäfa

PART TIME

View Details

October 9, 2024

Digitec Galaxus AG
Head of Product (w/m/d)

Zürich

OTHER & PART TIME

View Details

October 9, 2024

Digitec Galaxus AG
Leiter Supply Chain Process Engineering

Zürich

PART TIME & OTHER

View Details

October 9, 2024

FELFEL AG
Key Account Management

Zürich

OTHER

View Details

Similar Jobs


August 15, 2024

DSM
Buyer ME&S (m/w/d) - 50% Teilzeit

Sisseln

OTHER

View Details

September 16, 2024

Wander AG
Junior Buyer 80-100% (w/m/d)

Neuenegg

OTHER

View Details

September 5, 2024

Liebherr Machines Bulle SA
Commodity buyer (m/w/x)

Bulle

OTHER

View Details

September 6, 2024

4B
Lead Buyer

Hochdorf

OTHER

View Details

July 18, 2024

ITech Consult
Operational Buyer

Rotkreuz

FULL TIME

View Details

September 20, 2023

Mikron Holding AG
Buyer

Boudry

View Details

New Jobs from This Company


October 4, 2024

DSM
Tagdienstleiter Reinraum-Produktion (m/w/d)

Eiken

OTHER

View Details

October 3, 2024

DSM
Chemielaborant in 4 Schicht (m/w/d)

Lalden

OTHER

View Details

October 3, 2024

DSM
QA-Manager (f/m/d)

Sisseln

OTHER

View Details

October 2, 2024

DSM
Stagiaire ingénierie de formation et knowledge management

Meyrin

INTERN

View Details

October 1, 2024

DSM
Sales Coordinator

Meyrin

OTHER

View Details