(Junior) Procurement Manager

About Huawei
Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. With integrated solutions across four key domains – telecom networks, IT, smart devices, and cloud services – we are committed to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world.
At Huawei, innovation focuses on customer needs. We invest heavily in basic research, concentrating on technological breakthroughs that drive the world forward. We have more than 180,000 employees, and we operate in more than 170 countries and regions.
Huawei\’s end-to-end portfolio of products, solutions and services are both competitive and secure. Through open collaboration with ecosystem partners, we create lasting value for our customers, working to empower people, enrich home life, and inspire innovation in organizations of all shapes and sizes.
We are currently looking for a Procurement Manager for an exciting opportunity in our Zürich office.
Main Responsibilities:

• Conduct supplier selection for specified categories and projects; ensure strategies are consistent with the company´s procurement procedure and the mission of the procurement organization
• Analyze total ownership costs and conduct cost/price discussions or negotiations
• Support the new customer project bidding; work with suppliers and the internal team, provide applicable & competitive procurement prices to the bidding team and disclose the delivery risks
• Routine supplier management and establishing strong supplier relationships
• Assist procurement director with the team´s procurement capability escalations

Requirements:

• Work experience in procurement, within the ICT field would be a plus
• Experience with supplier qualification, selection, negotiation, etc.
• Work experience with telecom operators, vendors or subcontractors is preferred
• Familiar with the Swiss local telecom market, especially in the service procurement field
• Self-starter, strong business acumen, analytical and forecasting skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as presentation skills
• High flexibility and ability to manage multiple tasks, being target oriented and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse, high paced organization
• English and Swiss German are a must, Mandarin is a plus

What We Offer:
We offer you an exciting professional career in one of the leading and fastest growing multinational telecommunication companies, challenging work and a competitive salary package. Personal development is ensured through many training opportunities in Western Europe and abroad.
Interested? Please send us your documents in English. Applications without CV will not be considered.
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