Strategic Category Buyer; Electrical and Electronics; M​/W

We have become a leader in the world of professional automatic coffee machines by developing innovative solutions in extraction methods and quality control of coffee products.

Our vision is to bridge the gap between the traditional Italian coffee machine with the speed and electronic intelligence of the super-automatic machine. We provide products and services that bring real added value to our customers, a unique sensory cup experience, consistency, real-time connectivity, high productivity and ease of maintenance. We export 97% of our production and are present in over 50 countries.

Our overseas headquarters are located in England (Crawley, Sussex), USA (New Jersey & Californie), Asia (Singapore), China (Shanghai), Middle East (Dubai).

• CFC in commercial, technical or related

• At least 5 years of proven experience in strategic purchasing and procurement, ideally in electrical and electronic components

• Required knowledge of an ERP system, SAP an asset

• Knowledge of the broker market would be a plus

• Ability to read technical drawings and datasheet and propose alternative components in collaboration with R&D department in charge of PCBA and electronic components

• Solid negotiation skills, diplomatic and pragmatic

• Native French or German speaker, with strong command of English. Italian a plus.

• Rigorous, autonomous, good stress management

• Ability to work in a team also in a project management set up

• Category Strategy definition with cost reduction and Net Working Capital objectives

• Evaluation of existing suppliers

• Support to department manager and R&D in researching and selecting new suppliers

• Optimization and improvement of strategic purchasing and procurement processes

• Set-up and update of procurement data in our ERP (SAP)

• Support and coordination of supplier changes

• Parts purchasing and supply as needed:

  • Follow-up on requests for proposals
  • Creating and sending orders
  • Tracking delivery times
  • Follow-up and control of order confirmations
  • Supplier invoice control

• Varied work involving all aspects of a technological product

• A dynamic environment with new facilities

• Learning & developmental opportunities

• Being part and influence the development of the supply chain & procurement agenda

Südstrasse 1, 3110 Münsingen