Operational Buyer

Proactively manage the performance of raw material suppliers (Direct Category) to ensure the Material Requirement Plan can be realized. Driving SRM activities with key suppliers in collaboration with Global teams and site stakeholders. Maintain relevant Procurement Master Data in SAP for reliable MRP calculation and effective PO creation. Manage and resolve Q Claims and Vendor Returns (RMA, Cost Recovery, Replacements). Handle all Level 2 vendor blocking issues. Lead supplier negotiations for low-value contracts with suppliers. Support the category manager and strategic buyers to implement their supply strategies. Cooperate closely with Supply Chain Teams (IBIO) to ensure needs are covered and business is well running. Train new joiners and mentor junior colleagues.

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. Spread across 30+ sites and five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity shape what we achieve and how we achieve it. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• A degree or equivalent experience in SCM, Procurement, or any relevant field.

• Proven experience in SCM & Procurement, preferably in a regulated industry.

• Good knowledge of SAP MM ERP and MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Proficiency in English is required; German proficiency is advantageous.

• A great teammate, excelling in collaborating across cross-functional teams.