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London, GB Zürich, CH

Date: May 9, 2025

About Chain IQ

Chain IQ is an Independent Global Indirect Procurement company providing strategic, tactical, and operational procurement services. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland Chain IQ operates from 6 main centers and 14 offices worldwide.

Our team of experts work to transform procurement within an organization utilizing our market knowledge and insights supported by innovative technology to drive procurement efficiencies.

We apply the latest risk, sustainability, and social responsibility practicesto strengthen procurement resilience. Chain IQ’s approach to ESG supports ethical operations, business standards and bio-diversity whilst minimizing environmental impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and Execute Sourcing Strategies: Create and implement innovative sourcing strategies for IT procurement, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality acquisitions across software, hardware, cloud, and telecommunications.
• Manage Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
• Market Research: Conduct thorough market research to identify new suppliers and cutting-edge sourcing solutions.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with internal teams to understand and meet their IT requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Performance Analysis: Monitor and analyze procurement performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and optimize processes.
• Reporting and Documentation: Ensure timely and accurate procurement reporting and documentation.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant commercial role such as sourcing, category management, account management, sales, with exposure to IT. Experience with software, hardware, cloud services, or telecommunications is a strong plus.
• Skills: Strong negotiation and strategic supplier management capabilities, with a proven track record of achieving cost savings and service improvements.
• Industry Knowledge: Excellent understanding of IT solutions, including current trends and technologies.
• Analytical Abilities: Strong skills in analyzing data, market trends, and supplier performance to support informed decision-making.
• Communication: Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Interpersonal Skills: Effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

We are GreatPlaceToWorkcertifiedinSwitzerland,theUnitedStates,theUnitedKingdom,Singapore,Romania,PolandandChina.

We proudly offer a first-class benefits package to all employees, so come and join Chain IQ and become part of an innovative, inspiring, and high-performing team of entrepreneurs, who are globally connected and locally anchored.

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