Senior Category Manager and Buyer / Senior Procurement Professional – Automation & Industrial Technology – 7092 in Raron

ph3Senior Procurement Professional – Automation Industrial Technology – 7092 /h3 pOur client, a global market leader in the production and process support of active pharmaceutical ingredients, both in the chemical and biotechnology sectors, is recruiting for a bSenior Procurement Professional – Automation Industrial Technology for a 12-month contract starting ideally the 15th November 2026 extension possible. /b /p pThis is an hybrid role based inb Visp, Switzerland /b. /p pThe Senior Procurement Professional – Automation Industrial Technology leads procurement activities for automation-related products, systems, equipment, and services within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. /p pThe role will own the Automation Procurement category, developing and executing category strategies, managing key technology and equipment suppliers, leading complex sourcing and commercial negotiations, and partnering closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Automation, IT/OT, Quality, Validation, Supply Chain, and Project teams. /p pThe successful candidate will combine strong procurement and negotiation expertise with a solid understanding of industrial automation technologies and the pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. They will be expected to understand the technical and commercial implications of automation investments and be able to effectively challenge and negotiate with major automation OEMs, system integrators, and specialist technology suppliers. /p h3Main Responsibilities: /h3 h3Automation Category Management /h3 ul liOwn and develop the Automation Procurement category strategy, aligned with site, manufacturing, engineering, and global procurement objectives. /li liDevelop category plans covering automation equipment, systems, software, services, spare parts, upgrades, maintenance, and lifecycle support. /li liAnalyze category spend, supplier markets, technology trends, and business requirements to identify sourcing and value-creation opportunities. /li liEstablish appropriate sourcing models, preferred suppliers, framework agreements, and commercial standards. /li liDevelop long-term strategies for automation technology suppliers, including standardization and supplier consolidation where appropriate. /li liIdentify opportunities to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) across the automation lifecycle rather than focusing solely on initial purchase price. /li /ul pDemonstrate a strong working understanding of automation technologies and products commonly used in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including where applicable: /p ul liPLC/DCS/SCADA systems /li liDistributed control systems and process control platforms /li liPLC hardware, I/O systems, controllers, HMIs, and industrial networks /li liMES and manufacturing automation interfaces /li liBuilding management and facility automation systems /li liIndustrial PCs and automation infrastructure /li liRobotics and automated material handling systems /li liProcess instrumentation and control systems /li liDrives, motors, control panels, and electrical automation equipment /li liIndustrial communication protocols and network infrastructure /li liAutomation software, licenses, upgrades, and cybersecurity-related services /li liData historians and production data systems /li liAutomation engineering, system integration, commissioning, and support services /li liSpare parts, obsolescence management, lifecycle support, and modernization programs /li /ul pAbility to engage credibly with technical stakeholders and suppliers regarding product specifications, technology choices, system architecture, lifecycle considerations, service models, and commercial implications. /p ul liManage strategic relationships with major automation OEMs, technology vendors, distributors, system integrators, engineering contractors, and specialist service providers. /li liDevelop a strong understanding of the relevant automation supplier landscape and technology ecosystem. /li liLead supplier selection and qualification processes for automation projects and ongoing operational requirements. /li liNegotiate pricing, framework agreements, service contracts, software licensing, maintenance agreements, warranties, lead times, payment terms, and other commercial conditions. /li liEstablish and manage preferred supplier agreements and strategic partnerships. /li liConduct supplier performance reviews covering cost, quality, delivery, technical support, responsiveness, and lifecycle support. /li liDevelop strategies to reduce dependency and manage commercial and supply risks associated with single-source OEMs. /li liNegotiate with suppliers on legacy-system support, technology obsolescence, upgrades, migrations, and end-of-life situations. /li /ul h3Pharmaceutical Project Procurement /h3 ul liLead procurement for automation components and systems supporting CAPEX, facility, manufacturing, process, and technology projects. /li liWork with Engineering and Automation teams from the early project-design phase through supplier selection, contracting, delivery, commissioning, and handover. /li liParticipate in technical-commercial evaluations of automation solutions. /li liEnsure procurement strategies account for project timelines, technical requirements, validation requirements, and total lifecycle costs. /li /ul h3Qualifications and Experience: /h3 ul libRelevant working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required /b /li liEducational background: preference for Engineering, Procurement, Supply chain /li liGMP environment - strong advantage /li li10+ years of experience within roles in Procurement /li liStakeholder (internal/external) management in multinational environment /li liAriba and SAP work experience /li liLanguages; English - fluent, German - Nice to have /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr