Global Head Procurement Equipment (gn)

Your responsibilities

• Determination of the OSS Equipment Procurement policy and strategy in alignment with segment management and group directives
• Implementation of group directives concerning direct materials, e\\-procurement, organization, supplier quality, tools and systems
• Management and further development of an effective procurement organization
• Identification, initialization and management of global category management teams
• Ensure efficient use of existing eProcurement systems
• Definition, harmonization and optimization of relevant purchasing processes
• Definition and monitoring of the purchasing objectives
• Cost responsibility of the procurement department

Your profile

• Technical or business education with professional training in purchasing or supply chain management; CIPS or similar certifications would be an advantage
• At least 5 years of industry and job\\-specific management experience, including 3 years in the subject area
• Sound methodical competence in the area of procurement
• Work experience in complex matrix organizations
• Long\\-term experience in the use of state\\-of\\-the\\-art ERP systems (SAP)
• Business fluent in English, conversational level in German required; working knowledge of German is a plus
• Excellent negotiation skills and diplomacy
• Excellent presentation and social skills to build collaborations across departments
• Willingness to travel for shorter and longer stays abroad

We Offer

• Attractive compensation package with excellent social benefits
• A state\\-of\\-the\\-art production and technology center for thermal coating, opening in Hausen (AG) in 2027
• A diverse and challenging role within an internationally oriented high\\-tech company
• An open corporate culture and a friendly, collaborative team
• Opportunities for personal and professional development
• A high degree of autonomy and responsibility in an attractive working environment

Interested? We look forward to meeting you. Please apply online via our career portal \[ \](\< \>)

For this vacancy, applications submitted by recruitment agencies cannot be considered. Thank you for your understanding.

About Oerlikon

Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high\\-performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head\\-quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with around 10,000 employees, achieving sales of CHF billion in 2025\\. We offer a wide variety of job profiles in a dynamic, supportive environment where people are empowered to grow and reach their full potential --- guided by our core values of integrity, team spirit, excellence and innovation.

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