Technical Buyer | Technical Buyer (a)

Michael Page

Rolle, VD, Switzerland
Published Dec 12, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This opportunity is for a proactive Technical Buyer to join an established, innovative Swiss tech company specializing in electronic technologies near Zurich. The successful candidate will assume comprehensive operational and strategic responsibility for specific product groups, notably chemicals and laboratory supplies. Day-to-day tasks include implementing supplier strategies, ensuring adherence to procurement guidelines, managing the full order lifecycle from request verification to timely execution, and leading price and contract negotiations. A key aspect of the role involves contributing to the continuous improvement and development of the SAP procurement system. To succeed, you must bring 2-5 years of relevant procurement experience, ideally within the chemicals sector, coupled with a commercial or technical vocational background. Strong hands-on mentality and excellent communication skills in both German and English are essential. This interim 'Try & Hire' position offers a hybrid work model, high responsibility, and the potential for a permanent role.

Required Skills

Education

Commercial or Technical Vocational Qualification (EFZ)

Experience

  • 2-5 years of professional experience in a similar procurement function
  • Experience specifically related to the purchasing of chemicals is highly desirable

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must possess a self-reliant and proactive working style (hands-on mentality). This is an interim 'Try & Hire' contract with the option for permanent takeover. Ability to deputize for the Purchasing Manager.