Procurement Specialist - Indirect Materials & Services #Location:Haag, St. Gallen, CHEmployment Type: PermanentAbout VAT GroupAt VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world-s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We are guided by our passions integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation - always working together as #oneVAT.Joining us means becoming part of a passionate, international team where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career growth is supported.PurposeAs part of the operational Indirect Purchasing team, you support Category Management and internal stakeholders in ensuring efficient procurement of services and IT-related needs. Your focus is on quality, cost, delivery performance and excellent internal customer service. This role is business-critical for smooth daily operations and for achieving IDMS savings and performance targets.Your ResponsibilitiesLead RFQs, manage quotation processes and support price clarificationsSupport negotiations in collaboration with Category ManagementCreate, manage and track purchase orders for services and IT categoriesMaintain and strengthen supplier relationshipsAssess potential new suppliers and contribute to supplier evaluationsMaintain accurate article and supplier master data in the ERP systemTake ownership of a defined operational procurement scopeContribute to improving processes along the entire Source-to-Pay cycleYour ProfileBachelor-s or Master-s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement or a related field (equivalent practical experience also valued)Procurement certifications (e.g., Procurement Specialist) are an advantageA few years of experience in operational procurement, ideally in services and/or ITProven experience working in a structured, corporate environmentStrong ERP skills; experience with Microsoft Dynamics / D365 is an assetSolid understanding of processes and enjoyment in working in a structured, organized wayConfident communication skills and strong stakeholder-management capabilityAnalytical, solution-driven and proactive working styleFluent English; good German skills strongly preferredOur commitment to inclusion, fairness and equal opportunitiesWe believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for everyone to drive our innovation and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. If you have concerns, our compliance channel is available at our website. All reports are handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our Code of Conduct. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Procurement Specialist - Indirect Materials & Services Arbeitgeber: Vatvalve
Die pVAT Group ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der seinen Mitarbeitern die Möglichkeit bietet, an spannenden Bau- und Infrastrukturprojekten am Standort St. Gallen zu arbeiten. Mit einem starken Fokus auf Sicherheit, Teamarbeit und kontinuierliche Weiterbildung fördert das Unternehmen eine positive Arbeitskultur, in der Mitarbeiter wachsen und ihre Fähigkeiten erweitern können. Zudem profitieren die Angestellten von flexiblen Arbeitszeiten und einem unterstützenden Umfeld, das Innovation und Kreativität schätzt.
