Transport Buyer (m/f/d)
Michael Page
- Zürich
- Unbefristet
- Vollzeit
- Engages with external logistics providers through contractual agreements.
- Creates and manages tender processes within the categories, by engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
- Gathers information, conducts market studies, establishes terms and conditions, leads negotiations, and finalizes contracts.
- Oversee vendor relationships, monitor market trends, and stays up to date.
- Contributes insights and proficiency to enhancement and innovation initiatives (assessment of operational reach, sourcing decisions, cost-effectiveness, etc.).
- Implements optimal methodologies, as well as best practices.
- Manages projects within area of responsibilities.
- Successfully completed bachelor's degree in business administration or supply chain
- Minimum 5 years of working experience within the same field or within indirect procurement.
- Desired experience and understanding of global FMCG market. Preferred experience working with an integrated enterprise level planning system SAP.
- Strong analytical skills and general IT affinity to oversee cost analysis, budgeting and generating reports.
- Fluency in English, orally and written.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Good listening skills, understanding requirements and a crisp understanding for urgency is important.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks at one time and meet deadlines.
- Occasional travel may be necessary for this role.