Operational Buyer

Procure and plan materials and external services across assigned product categories Monitor order confirmations, delivery schedules, prices and quality Obtain, evaluate and negotiate quotations in the international procurement market Negotiate and conclude framework agreements with suppliers Manage inventory levels, inventory turnover and optimal order quantities Ensure reliable supplier performance in terms of on-time delivery, quantity and quality, including escalation management Maintain accurate material and supplier master data in the ERP system Work closely with Category Management, Production Planning, Quality and Logistics Process non-conformance reports (NODs) and coordinate appropriate follow-up actions Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives (CIP)

The Leister Group is a global leader in Swiss technology has its headquarters in Central Switzerland. Under the Leister and Weldy brand names, Leister Technologies AG, a company of the Leister Group, develops and manufactures products for plastic processing and for generating industrial process heat. Axetris AG, also part of the Leister Group, is a market leader in the fields of micro optics and gas sensor technology. The brands of the Leister Group are convincing globally through quality, reliable partnership, and high customer benefit. With around 900 employees in eight countries and 130 sales partners, the Leister Group ensures a strong local presence around the world. Improving people's quality of life is the goal of the Leister Group – with innovative products, services, and new technologies. For more than 75 years.

• Technical vocational training in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics or Mechatronics, complemented by further education in Purchasing or Business Administration

• Several years of professional experience in international procurement, ideally within an industrial manufacturing environment

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experienced in working with SAP S/4HANA

• Dedicated, reliable and goal-oriented working style

• Strong assertiveness, resilience and a collaborative team-oriented mindset

• Excellent written and spoken German and English