Coal Purchase Manager

Albedis - Genève; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 80.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Albedis - Genève is seeking a Coal Purchase Manager for a fixed-term position with a full workload in the Canton of Geneva. The successful candidate will engage international suppliers, manage supplier relationships, and contribute to procurement strategies.

The role requires 5 to 10 years of experience in commodities trading, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in English. Additional knowledge of Russian or Ukrainian is advantageous. Candidates must have a valid Swiss work permit or EU nationality.

Qualifikationen

• 5 to 10 years of experience in international commodities trading or procurement.
• Strong exposure to international risk management and hedging strategies.
• Good knowledge of procurement practices and contract negotiation.
• Sound understanding of international trade principles and maritime transport.
• Fluent in English; Russian and/or Ukrainian is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Identify and engage international coal suppliers.
• Manage supplier portfolio and performance monitoring.
• Lead commercial discussions and negotiate buying terms.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to align purchasing activities.
• Contribute to risk management and hedging strategies.
• Prepare and review supply contracts and purchase agreements.

Kenntnisse

International commodities trading

Procurement in coal sector

Risk management

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Fluency in English

Cultural awareness

Jobbeschreibung

Coal Purchase Manager H/F

For one of our clients based in the Canton of Geneva, we are offering a position as:

Coal Purchase Manager

For a fixed-term contract with a 100% workload.

Description du poste

Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify and engage international coal suppliers in line with operational and commercial requirements.
• Review and assess supplier proposals based on quality, pricing, and overall value considerations.
• Manage and develop the supplier portfolio, including qualification, compliance checks, and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Lead commercial discussions and negotiate international purchasing terms and conditions.

Operational & Internal Coordination

• Work closely with internal stakeholders such as production, planning, and finance to align purchasing activities with business needs.
• Coordinate logistics instructions related to transportation and delivery scheduling.
• Monitor deliveries and ensure contractual commitments are met in terms of volume, quality, and timing.
• Support operational follow-up related to shipping performance, quality inspections, claims, and supplier evaluation.

Risk Management & Planning

• Contribute to the definition and implementation of risk management and hedging strategies adapted to international markets.
• Provide forecasts on prices, volumes, and funding requirements to support purchasing and delivery planning.
• Participate in budget coordination related to procurement and payment flows.

Contract & Reporting Oversight

• Prepare, review, and follow up on supply contracts and purchase agreements.
• Ensure accurate documentation and data entry within procurement and financial systems.
• Produce regular activity reports in line with internal reporting standards.

Market Intelligence & Business Development

• Maintain active market awareness and identify potential new business opportunities.
• Represent the company at international industry events and maintain a strong external network.

Profil recherché

• 5 to 10 years of experience in international commodities trading or procurement, preferably within the coal and/or coke sector, with a solid understanding of global pricing mechanisms, freight dynamics, logistics, quality control, and financing structures.
• Strong exposure to international risk management and hedging strategies, combined with the ability to analyse global supply and demand trends and identify sourcing opportunities.
• Good knowledge of international procurement practices, contract negotiation, supplier management, and value-based product assessment, within a structured trading environment.
• Sound understanding of international trade principles, contractual frameworks, maritime transport, and freight markets, including experience with letters of credit and international payment instruments.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage supplier relationships across different markets and cultural environments.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and accountability, paired with a proactive and results‑driven mindset.
• Effective communicator, comfortable working in cross‑functional and multicultural environments, with willingness to travel internationally.
• Fluent in English; Russian and/or Ukrainian is considered an asset. Swiss or EU nationality, or a valid Swiss work permit required.