Head of Procurement m/f/d 100%

Introduction

For a successful and innovation-oriented company with a demanding production and procurement environment, we are looking for an experienced leader.

In this key role, you will assume overall responsibility for strategic and operational procurement as well as the continuous further development of the procurement organization. You will lead your team with vision, shape modern procurement strategies, and make a significant contribution to achieving the company's goals.

Tasks

Functional and personnel leadership as well as further development of a committed procurement team

Responsibility for budget planning, goal achievement, and the initiation of appropriate measures in the event of deviations

Ensuring, optimizing, and further developing efficient workflows with regard to cost-effectiveness, quality, and customer satisfaction

Development of sound decision-making bases and recommendations for action for internal stakeholders and project managers

Early identification of conflicts of interest as well as the development of sustainable and economical solutions

Ensuring timely and demand-oriented procurement of goods, services, and investments under optimal conditions

Responsibility for a professional procurement service along the entire supply chain

Continuous further development of the procurement organization, purchasing strategy, and supplier landscape

Planning, steering, and optimization of operational as well as strategic purchasing processes

Market observation regarding security of supply, price developments, innovations, and new supplier potentials

Regular reporting of relevant key figures as well as informing management about special developments and risks

Leadership and support of investment, procurement, and optimization projects

Profile

Completed technical or commercial basic training with business administration further training in the area of procurement, supply chain management, or business administration (HF/FH)

Several years of experience in strategic procurement, technical purchasing, and supplier management

Experience in an industrial production environment, the food industry, or plant engineering is an advantage

Demonstrable leadership experience as well as enjoyment in the development of employees, teams, and organizations

Strong analytical skills as well as high negotiation, communication, and assertiveness skills

Several years of practice in leading demanding procurement, investment, or technical projects

High social competence and a strong ability to deal with different stakeholders at all hierarchical levels

Knowledge in the areas of contract management, compliance, risk, and sustainability management

Experience in the digitalization and optimization of purchasing and supply chain processes

Very good ERP knowledge, ideally SAP

Business fluent German skills as well as good English skills

Benefits

A responsible leadership function with great scope for design

The opportunity to actively further develop procurement strategies and processes

A modern and future-oriented company environment

Short decision-making paths and an open, appreciative corporate culture

Exciting projects with a direct influence on company success

Attractive employment conditions, modern working models, and diverse development opportunities

Long-term perspectives in a stable and successful company

Contact Information

If you have further questions about this job offer (Reference: JN -092026-1159595), please contact Marc Henner at +41 58 233 34 02 .

About us

Adecco is the market leader for personnel solutions in Switzerland and worldwide. Every day, our teams in our approximately 50 locations throughout Switzerland ensure the best match between candidates and customers in various professional fields and industries.

Adecco Switzerland is a company of the Adecco Group, the world's leading company for talent advisory and solutions. We believe in making everyone fit for the future and employ over 3.5 million people daily. We recruit, develop, and train talent in 60 countries, and enable organizations to help shape the future of work.