Operational Buyer & Planner / Operational Buyeress & Planneress

Join Our Team at Zurich Instruments

Zurich Instruments is a technology leader in advanced test and measurement instruments based on dynamic signal processing. Our products are utilized in various challenging research fields by scientists across the globe. At Zurich Instruments, we aspire to be the reference point for digital instrumentation in leading research and development laboratories.

The mission of our manufacturing and supply chain team is to deliver high-quality products on time to our customers. Collaborating closely with Development, we introduce new instruments into the series production flow. Alongside Sales, we ensure timely delivery and provide exceptional service to our clients.

Your Responsibilities

• Source and purchase all indirect goods and services.
• Create and manage purchase orders for indirect and direct materials.
• Support the Strategic Buyer in direct sourcing activities, including RFQs and supplier communication.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels for consumable materials.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers, resolve operational issues, and monitor supplier performance.
• Execute weekly production planning and coordinate priorities with the production team.

Your Profile

• Completed commercial or technical apprenticeship.
• Further education in purchasing or business administration is a plus.
• 2+ years of experience in procurement, planning, or a related operations role, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in manufacturing planning.
• Experience in inventory management and counting is advantageous.
• Familiarity with production planning and ERP systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in German and English.

Why Join Us?

We offer a diverse work environment complemented by an open and transparent company culture, where personal development is the cornerstone of our success. We value cooperation and empower distributed decision-making, allowing everyone to take responsibility and make a substantial impact from the outset.

Now is an excellent time to become a part of our dynamic team.

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.