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Lead strategic lab-equipment sourcing that powers innovation and elevates project performance. Proclinical is seeking a Laboratory Equipment Category Buyer for a contract role based in Switzerland. This position requires a minimum of three days on-site per week and focuses on leading sourcing activities for laboratory equipment within capital investment projects. You will act as a strategic partner to engineering and project teams, ensuring alignment between business needs and supply market capabilities while driving cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk mitigation.
Job Responsibility:
Manage RFx processes and vendor selection during project execution and early phases
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify current and long-term business needs, ensuring procurement activities align with business strategies
Develop and implement category strategies for laboratory equipment that align with supply market capabilities and business requirements
Align objectives, actions, and priorities within Procurement and with Global Engineering and other relevant teams
Work with stakeholders to create and execute cost reduction strategies that meet project and business needs
Provide leadership and change management support to drive productivity and efficiency improvements
Lead supplier relationship management (SRM) and development activities to ensure reliable supply and maximize supplier value
Monitor supplier performance through scorecards and performance metrics
Act as the primary point of contact for issue resolution and customer concerns related to projects
Address partner concerns in collaboration with Contracts and Claims managers
Develop and implement supply risk management strategies and mitigation plans
Ensure category strategies are integrated into project execution plans
Negotiate commercial terms, including Equipment Purchase Agreements and Framework Agreements
Plan, lead, and execute negotiations for major supply agreements
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field with technical knowledge of laboratory or process equipment
Experience in procurement, particularly in global or regional category management roles
Background in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, or cosmetics is preferred
Proven ability to develop and implement sourcing strategies with measurable results
Expertise in CAPEX equipment, especially laboratory equipment like analytical instruments, heating/cooling systems, filtration systems, and more
CIPS certification or equivalent is a plus
Fluent in English
proficiency in German and/or French is highly advantageous
Strong business acumen and understanding of procurement's role in CAPEX projects
Excellent negotiation, influencing, and communication skills
Proficiency in contract drafting and project management
Ability to manage change, onboard new vendors, and implement value engineering ideas
Nice to have:
CIPS certification or equivalent
Proficiency in German and/or French
Background in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, or cosmetics