Global Head Procurement Equipment (gn) — Oerlikon
- Location
- Wohlen (AG)
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Role overview
Global Head Procurement Equipment (gn)
At our location in Wohlen (AG) and from 2027 in Hausen (AG), we are looking for an innovative personality!
- Global Head Procurement Equipment (gn)
- At our location in Wohlen (AG) and from 2027 in Hausen (AG), we are looking for an innovative personality!
- Your responsibilities
- Determination of the OSS Equipment Procurement policy and strategy in alignment with segment management and group directives
- Technical or business education with professional training in purchasing or supply chain management;
- CIPS or similar certifications would be an advantage
Main responsibilities
- Your responsibilities
- Determination of the OSS Equipment Procurement policy and strategy in alignment with segment management and group directives
Key requirements
- Technical or business education with professional training in purchasing or supply chain management;
- CIPS or similar certifications would be an advantage
- At least 5 years of industry and job-specific management experience, including 3 years in the subject area
- Sound methodical competence in the area of procurement
Application process
- For this vacancy, applications submitted by recruitment agencies cannot be considered.
- Thank you for your understanding. About Oerlikon
- Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials.
- With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high-performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability.
- Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling.
- Head-quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with around 10,000 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2025.
- We offer a wide variety of job profiles in a dynamic, supportive environment where people are empowered to grow and reach their full potential — guided by our core values of integrity, team spirit, excellence and innovation. Follow Oerlikon: LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube
- www.oerlikon.com
Company and context
- Implementation of group directives concerning direct materials, e-procurement, organization, supplier quality, tools and systems
- Management and further development of an effective procurement organization
- Identification, initialization and management of global category management teams
- Ensure efficient use of existing eProcurement systems
- Definition, harmonization and optimization of relevant purchasing processes
- Definition and monitoring of the purchasing objectives
- Cost responsibility of the procurement department
- Work experience in complex matrix organizations
- Long-term experience in the use of state-of-the-art ERP systems (SAP)
- Business fluent in English, conversational level in German required; working knowledge of German is a plus Excellent negotiation skills and diplomacy
Additional details
- Business fluent in English, conversational level in German required; working knowledge of German is a plus Excellent negotiation skills and diplomacy
- Willingness to travel for shorter and longer stays abroad
- Thank you for your understanding.
- We offer a wide variety of job profiles in a dynamic, supportive environment where people are empowered to grow and reach their full potential — guided by our core values of integrity, team spirit, excellence and innovation. LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube
Notes and original content
- Your profile
- Business fluent in English, conversational level in German required; working knowledge of German is a plus
- Excellent negotiation skills and diplomacy
- About Oerlikon
- We offer a wide variety of job profiles in a dynamic, supportive environment where people are empowered to grow and reach their full potential — guided by our core values of integrity, team spirit, excellence and innovation.
- Follow Oerlikon:
- LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube
Questions about this listing
What salary does Oerlikon offer for this role?
Oerlikon lists CHF 85'500 - 129'500 gross per year for this position in Wohlen (AG). This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Oerlikon offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Oerlikon during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Aargau?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Aargau can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Aargau's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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