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Randstad

Location:
Switzerland, Lugano

Category:
Purchasing

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Not provided

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Job Description:

A leading company in the construction and engineering sector is seeking a Buyer, Bidding Support & Project Start-Up Specialist for its branch in Lugano.

Job Responsibility:

Identify vendors and subcontractors for market analyses to define bid quotations, aligned with the company's procurement strategy
Manage requests for quotations (RFQ) for specific projects in coordination with the Technical Department and Supply Chain Managers
Negotiate and manage pre-bid agreements and strategic vendor contracts with key stakeholders
Analyze and assess bids from vendors, ensuring technical evaluations and preparing summary tables and recommendations
Maintain constant communication with HQ Bidding Support managers, providing updates and ensuring adherence to Group procedures and best practices
Support the preparation of procurement budgets and reorganization processes, coordinating with Area Cost Control and other departments
Draft the preliminary procurement plan according to the project's production plan, in agreement with the Project Manager and Regional Supply Chain Manager
Define the supplier list within the Vendor list, coordinating with Regional Supply Chain Managers and Global Commodity Managers
Manage initial contractual and commercial negotiations to achieve economical solutions, synergy, and quality excellence
Ensure the correct issuance of orders and prompt procurement of goods and services according to required specifications

Requirements:

Minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Chain and Procurement Departments within multinational contexts
Master's degree in Engineering and/or Economics
Strong coordination skills and proficiency in negotiation techniques and strategies
Expertise in contract management and prime cost driver value analyses
Excellent command of MS Office, SAP MM, and Business Intelligence Software

Nice to have:

Excellent organizational and decision-making abilities
Results-oriented mindset
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Availability to travel and stay at worksites and joint venture sites
Fluent in English and Italian (knowledge of French is a plus)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 01, 2025

Expiration:
May 15, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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