Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, Beyond Gravity is not your typical space company. We are a unique blend of agility, speed, and innovation, merging a start-up mindset with decades of industry expertise and a track record of 100% mission success. Our dynamic team of over 1,700 professionals, spread across 13 locations in six countries, is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is technically feasible. We're not just building crucial products for the satellite and launcher industry; we're helping to improve life on Earth.
Your Crew
Shape the future with us as a Project Lead Buyer (m/f/d) in Emmen! Are you ready to take the next step in your career? If you’re eager to go beyond operational purchasing and actively influence processes, drive strategy, and secure material flow, we would love to meet you!
As a Project Lead Buyer, you will play a pivotal role within our dynamic Supply Chain team, ensuring that our innovative products—ranging from precisely manufactured components to complete rocket half-shells—are delivered on time, in top quality, and under optimal conditions.
In this position, you'll be responsible for the strategic development of our procurement operations, driving continuous improvement and fostering strong, reliable supplier partnerships. You will analyze global sourcing markets, anticipate material needs, and ensure supply security, always with a sharp focus on quality, cost, and delivery performance.
Your Key Interfaces
Project Management
Engineering
Commodity Management
Your local team
Your Impact
Your impact will be immediate and meaningful—on projects, products, and our company's success. Join us on a mission that combines precision, innovation, and purpose, and help us build the future of advanced manufacturing.
Your Mission
Requests for quotation for prototype, flight, and serial parts/materials as well as production-required jigs & tools
Sourcing of possible suppliers based on technological, economic, and quality requirements
Support with the calculation for customer offers, providing procurement parts and materials cost overviews
Clarification of the technical feasibility with suppliers and introduction of (alternative) solution proposals (design to cost) from suppliers in the concept phase
Negotiating prices and conditions, establishing framework agreements and contracts
Continuously optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) and drive savings initiatives
Represent purchasing interests in the product development process (BOM, specification/drawing availability, meeting cost targets, and manufacturing deadlines)
Ensure all externally sourced BOM parts, materials, and jigs are available in line with project milestones
Highlight potential deviations from plan (cost, time, quality), identifying and implementing counteractions
Maintain ERP procurement article data
Ensure sourcing aligns with the company's and general legal sourcing rules
Issue and follow-up orders (if applicable, together with Purchasers and Buyers)
Coordinate and implement the needs and requirements of materials management and production planning
Participate in supplier qualification and development
Issue and follow-up on supplier quality claims
Your Story
Completed technical and/or commercial education with 3+ years of in-depth technical and operational sourcing experience
Experience in global sourcing with a solid technical understanding
High awareness for costs and quality
Strong negotiation skills and a high drive for results
High reliability and adherence to deadlines
Experience working in a project environment and with multifunctional teams
Experience with SAP ERP system and related procurement administrative and control tasks
Space or Aerotec experience is an advantage
Fluency in English and German is essential
Lean and Six Sigma education & experience would be beneficial
Sensible and empathetic communication skills
Willingness to travel
Why Beyond Gravity
Work in an international environment with a global mindset and high-tech products that will fly into space
A highly specialized and motivated team with extensive know-how in a unique industry
We uphold a hands-on mentality and take suggestions for improvement seriously
Attractive employment conditions (contribution to public transport, training and development opportunities, fully paid maternity/paternity leave, and many more)
Flexible and mobile working arrangements, with at least 5 weeks of vacation and the option to purchase additional leave
Are You Ready for Lift-off?
Our core values—Passionate, Together, and Curious—transform challenges into opportunities. Embark on a journey to transcend the ordinary with us. Propel your career to new heights by applying online using the form below. We only consider applications matching the job profile.
For any inquiries regarding the recruitment process, please contact: Stefan Hunger |
Beyond Gravity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected categories.