Head of Procurement (m/f/d) in Rottweil

International Strategic & Operational Procurement | Germany

About SYNOVA

SYNOVA SA, headquartered in Duillier near Nyon, Switzerland, is the inventor of Laser MicroJet®, a patented hybrid laser micromachining technology that sets new standards in precision manufacturing.

By combining a laser with a fine water jet for beam guidance and cooling, Laser MicroJet® enables highly precise material processing with minimal thermal impact.

Our machines are used worldwide in high-tech industries where the highest standards of precision, quality and reliability are essential, including semiconductors, diamond processing, watchmaking, automotive, energy, aerospace and aviation.

To strengthen our international organization, we are looking for an experienced Head of Procurement (m/f/d) based in Germany.

Following a structured onboarding at our headquarters near Lake Geneva and at our German site in Rottweil, you will take full responsibility for developing and implementing our international procurement strategy while actively managing operational purchasing activities. You will play a key role in securing our global supply chain and ensuring the reliable supply of components for our highly complex machinery.

Your Responsibilities

• Procurement Strategy: Define, develop and implement the international procurement strategy in line with the company's business objectives.
• Strategic Supplier Management: Establish, evaluate and develop an international supplier base, build long-term partnerships and drive supplier performance.
• Contract Negotiations: Lead international negotiations and independently manage supplier agreements, including pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, framework agreements and contractual conditions.
• Operational Purchasing: Take an active role in day-to-day purchasing, from sourcing and purchase orders to order tracking, delivery coordination and escalation management.
• Supply Chain Management: Ensure the timely availability of critical components and proactively manage supply risks, long lead times and potential bottlenecks.
• Cost and Performance Management: Optimize total cost of ownership, monitor purchasing KPIs and identify opportunities to improve cost, quality, delivery performance and working capital.
• Process Development: Establish and continuously improve procurement processes, sourcing standards and supplier evaluation methods.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, production, service, finance and management to align procurement decisions with technical and commercial requirements.
• International Coordination: Take part in procurement-related activities at our headquarters near Lake Geneva and collaborate closely with international colleagues.

Your Profile

• Several years of experience in strategic and operational purchasing, ideally in mechanical engineering, precision engineering, laser technology or a comparable high-tech industrial environment.
• A strong technical understanding of complex machinery, components, drawings and manufacturing processes.
• A degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, supply chain management or a comparable qualification; equivalent practical experience will also be considered.
• Proven expertise in international supplier negotiations, contract management and strategic sourcing.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills, with a track record of delivering measurable improvements in cost, quality and delivery performance.
• Business-fluent English, including the ability to negotiate and manage contracts confidently in English. German is essential; French is an advantage.
• A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on approach and the willingness to take ownership of operational purchasing activities.
• Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.A high degree of independence, initiative and accountability.
• Willingness to travel within Germany and occasionally to our headquarters in Switzerland.

What We Offer

• A key leadership role with genuine responsibility for shaping and driving international procurement.
• The opportunity to develop procurement strategies and supplier partnerships in a specialized high-tech company.
• A varied position combining strategic decision-making with hands-on operational responsibility.
• Direct collaboration with international management and short decision-making paths.
• An international working environment and a competitive compensation package.

Interested?

If you combine technical expertise, commercial acumen and strategic procurement experience, we look forward to hearing from you.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.

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