Project Procurement Specialist Americas

Project Procurement Specialist Americas Where do people love what they do, and being great at what they do?

At Swisslog, that’s where! Our teams are the heart of a world‑leading Robotics company that’s harnessing the power of technology to shape the future of intralogistics. The result? We’re transforming performance and efficiency for customers across the globe, giving them the vital edge in their markets. Ready to make an impact? As a Project Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for managing all third‑party materials, products, and services for projects in the Americas.

Your role will ensure cost efficiency, supplier performance, and strategic alignment with Swisslog’s global goals.

Make an impact

• You will oversee all direct materials for our new business and customer service projects across the Americas.
• You will define the supply base for our projects in collaboration with Category Leads, Global Purchasing, local project teams, and Product Centers.
• Manage supplier engagement from initial quotes to final negotiations and contract execution.
• Apply standard terms and conditions and ensure compliance with supplier agreements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate work contracts and agreements.
• Rate suppliers post‑project and conduct performance reviews and audits.
• Identifiy and deliver savings opportunities in third‑party materials without compromising quality or timelines.
• Apply and optimize the SAP guided workflow for procurement requests.

• Commercial degree with good technical knowledge.
• 2‑3 years of experience in operational and strategic procurement, sourcing, supplier management and procurement processes within industrial automation, manufacturing or comparable industries.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage complex supplier relationships.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across global teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment.
• Ability to prioritize and adjust to changing demands and situations.
• Good and proven knowledge of MS365 Office Suite, SAP R3 MM (Material Management) with focus on procurement transactions
• Working experience in an international company with multiple sites
• Work experience in project business comparable to intralogistics projects (size of projects; technology in HW, SW and automation)