Technical Procurement Specialist

Menhir Photonics AG; Dübendorf; Vor Ort; CHF 110.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Menhir Photonics AG in Zürich/Dübendorf area seeks a Technical Procurement Specialist to build a lean, cost‑efficient supply chain for materials. The role emphasizes supplier management, negotiation, and cross‑functional collaboration to ensure material availability and continuous cost improvements.

Ideal candidates have a technical background (electronics/mechanics/optics), 5+ years' experience, and strong ERP skills (Odoo preferred). On‑site work in Dübendorf with up to 20% travel is expected.

Qualifikationen

• Technical background in electronics, mechanics, or optics.
• 5+ years of experience in a related function or field.
• Strong negotiation skills with basic financial knowledge.
• Understanding of quality topics (inspections, deviations, corrective actions).
• ERP and data management proficiency, ideally Odoo.
• Supplier relationship management.
• Basic contract knowledge (terms, risks, compliance).

Aufgaben

• Manage item and warehouse master data, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and ERP alignment.
• Negotiate supplier contracts and terms, monitor supplier performance to secure cost, quality, and delivery targets.
• Optimize inventory levels by balancing production requirements, lead times, and cost efficiency while minimizing excess and obsolescence.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and supply chain processes (e.g., Lean practices, ERP enhancements, workflow standardization).
• Ensure incoming quality control (IQC) activities are executed by category supply managers and collaborate with subject matter experts and Quality to strengthen inspection standards and resolve non-conformities.
• Manage low-tech deviations and supplier issues by identifying discrepancies, coordinating with suppliers on corrective actions, and ensuring timely resolution to prevent disruptions.
• Support production teams in work preparation, ensuring timely material availability and seamless coordination between procurement and operations.

Kenntnisse

Electronics

Mechanics

Optics

Experience: 5 years

Negotiation

Basic accounting knowledge

Quality management

ERP & data management

Supplier management

Contract knowledge

Ausbildung

Higher professional education or Swiss PET diploma

Einkaufsfachmann/-frau BP or equivalent

Tools

Odoo

Jobbeschreibung

Technical Procurement Specialist

Menhir Photonics AG Vacant since : 11.09.2026 Number of jobs : 1 8600 Dübendorf (ZH) 100% Immediately Permanent

Your missionIn this role you will be building a high‑performing procurement function that ensures a reliable and cost‑effective supply of materials for the business. By practicing professional supplier management, conducting smart negotiations, and collaborating effectively across functions, you secure consistent material availability, drive continuous cost improvements, and contribute to the company’s sustainable long‑term growth.

Your profileKey Responsibilities

• Manage item and warehouse master data, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with ERP standards.
• Negotiate supplier contracts and commercial terms, and monitor supplier performance to secure cost, quality, and delivery targets.
• Optimize inventory levels by balancing production requirements, lead times, and cost efficiency while minimizing excess and obsolescence.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and supply chain processes (e.g., Lean practices, ERP enhancements, workflow standardization).
• Ensure incoming quality control (IQC) activities are executed by category supply managers and collaborate with subject matter experts and Quality to strengthen inspection standards and resolve non-conformities.
• Manage low-tech deviations and supplier issues by identifying discrepancies, coordinating with suppliers on corrective actions, and ensuring timely resolution to prevent disruptions.
• Support production teams in work preparation, ensuring timely material availability and seamless coordination between procurement and operations.

Skills & Experience

• Technical background in electronics, mechanics, or optics. Ideally complemented by further education as an Einkaufsfachmann/-frau BP or a comparable qualification.
• 5 years of working experience in a related function or field
• Strong negotiation skills with basic financial/accounting knowledge
• Understanding of quality topics (inspections, deviations, corrective actions)
• ERP and data management proficiency. Ideally Odoo.
• Supplier relationship management
• Basic contract knowledge (terms, risks, compliance)

Languages

• Proficient English required
• Fluent German required

Terms of Employment

• Workload: 80-100%; maximum 20% travel (visiting suppliers)
• Working arrangements: On-site
• Location: Headquarters in Stettbach near Zurich, Switzerland
• Preferred start date: ASAP

• Work location 8600 Dübendorf (ZH)
• Workload 100%
• Employment start Immediately
• Employment duration Permanent
  • Qualification skilled
  • Work experience More than 3 years
  • Education Higher professional education and training, Swiss Federal PET diploma or equivalent
  • German Orally : Very good knowledge Written : Very good knowledge
  • English Orally : Very good knowledge Written : Very good knowledge
  • By online Online form