Senior Category Buyer - Composites

Key information

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Workload:100%
Contract type:Unlimited employment
Language:English (Fluent), German (Fluent)
Place of work:Region Mittelland

We are recruiting a Senior Category Buyer - Composites for a global leader in innovative material science, specializing in advanced solutions for a wide range of industry applications. The company is recognized for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and technological innovation.
The owner of this role holds end-to-end accountability for the procurement and strategic management of designated composite material categories. This key role combines supplier relationship management, strategic sourcing, and operational excellence to drive the success of the company’s supply chain.

Senior Category Buyer – Composites

Your tasks

Full accountability for designated composite categories, including the development and execution of category strategies to optimize costs, quality, and supplier performance

Identify and qualify suppliers, lead sourcing initiatives, and negotiate agreements to secure best-value partnerships

Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring collaboration, innovation, and supply continuity

Conduct regular analysis of market trends, supplier capabilities, and competitive dynamics to inform strategic decisions

Partner with internal teams such as R&D, operations, and engineering to understand requirements and ensure alignment with procurement activities

Identify risks within the supply chain and develop strategies to minimize potential disruptions

Monitor and report on category performance, ensuring targets related to cost savings, delivery, and quality are achieved

Your profile

Proven track record in category management, strategic sourcing, and procurement, ideally in composites or advanced materials

Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a procurement category, from strategy development to execution and performance tracking

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or a related field

Strong capability in market analysis, data interpretation, and financial acumen to support decision-making

Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders

Familiarity with composite materials and their applications in various industries is highly desirable

Fluency in German and English

Die Unternehmung bietet

A dynamic and innovative work environment within a globally recognized industry leader

Opportunities for professional growth and development through training and challenging projects

A culture that values sustainability, innovation, and collaboration

This role is a unique opportunity for a seasoned procurement professional to shape the success of critical composite categories while contributing to the company’s global leadership in material science.

Sebastian Pötz, Managing Director, looks forward to receiving your complete application.

Humanis AG
Prime Tower · Hardstrasse 201 · 8005 Zürich
Telefon +41 44 366 60 00 · www.humanis.ch