AI-Driven Digital Procurement Lead (Hybrid)

Sazerac Company; Luzern; Hybrid; CHF 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Sazerac Company is seeking a results-driven eSourcing & Digital Procurement Manager in Lucerne, Switzerland. You will lead sourcing events and drive AI-enabled procurement transformation across the organization, collaborating with IT, Finance, and suppliers globally.

The role combines tactical execution of eSourcing with strategic digital initiatives, including AI copilots, analytics, and automation to improve efficiency and outcomes in procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s or professional certifications a plus.
• 7–10 years of experience in procurement or sourcing with strong eSourcing execution.
• Experience with multiple eSourcing platforms and AI-enabled procurement tools.
• Ability to design, build, test, and improve AI agents for procurement workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design, launch, and manage eSourcing events (RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, eAuctions) across categories.
• Onboard suppliers, communicate, and evaluate bids within eSourcing tools.
• Support category managers with hands-on execution of sourcing events.
• Track savings, cycle times, and supplier participation; report on performance.
• Champion AI-enabled procurement use cases and copilots; drive adoption.

Skills

English fluency

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Self-starter

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

eSourcing platforms (Keelvar, Archlet, Coupa, Jaggaer, Ivalua)

Microsoft 365 Copilot

Coding / automation basics (Python, SQL, APIs)

Job description

Sazerac Company is seeking a results-driven eSourcing & Digital Procurement Manager in Lucerne, Switzerland. You will lead sourcing events and drive AI-enabled procurement transformation across the organization, collaborating with IT, Finance, and suppliers globally.

The role combines tactical execution of eSourcing with strategic digital initiatives, including AI copilots, analytics, and automation to improve efficiency and outcomes in procurement processes.