Project buyer:in — Stadler Rail
- Location
- Wallisellen
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 35 days ago
Role overview
PROFILE
Basic technical training with business administration training (e.g. business economist HF, technical merchant / purchasing specialist with Federal Fa) or university degree in business administration, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering or a comparable field
Several years of experience in procurement in an international, technically shaped environment – ideally in electrical engineering, signal technology or the rail vehicle industry
- PROFILE
- Basic technical training with business administration training (e.g. business economist HF, technical merchant / purchasing specialist with Federal Fa) or university degree in business administration, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering or a comparable field
Description
PROFILE
- Basic technical training with business administration training (e.g. business economist HF, technical merchant / purchasing specialist with Federal Fa) or university degree in business administration, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering or a comparable field
- Several years of experience in procurement in an international, technically shaped environment – ideally in electrical engineering, signal technology or the rail vehicle industry
- Practice in interdisciplinary project management, ideally with appropriate certification
- In-depth experience in dealing with complex, multi-level parts lists (BoM structures)
- Demonstrable negotiation success combined with a strong analytical mindset and solution-oriented approach
- Very good user knowledge in MS Office and SAP S/4HANA
- Negotiation-proof German and English skills (minimum C1) in word and writing, other languages are advantageous
- Proactive “hands-on” mentality with high personal responsibility, strong implementation and a clear focus on results TASKS
- Overall responsibility for procurement activities in the project, including operational handling of all procurement processes from demand determination to timely delivery as well as budget compliance, project monitoring, controlling, audits and reporting
- Independent implementation of tenders, comparisons and negotiations as well as proactive supplier management in the event of deviations
- Independent tendering, negotiation and operational procurement of components
- Responsibility for master data management including structured maintenance and ensuring data quality as the basis for stable and efficient processes
- Interface management between purchasing, technology, production, logistics and project management to ensure efficient processes and a smooth material flow
- Further development and optimization of procurement and interface processes with focus on increasing efficiency and transparency
- Design and further development of procurement and interface processes to increase efficiency and cooperation
- Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in the procurement process
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Questions about this listing
What salary does Stadler Rail offer for this role?
Stadler Rail lists CHF 73'500 - 111'500 gross per year for this position in Wallisellen. 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 Stadler Rail 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 Stadler Rail 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 Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich 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 Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Stadler Rail?
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