Commodity Buyer - Metal Components

• 01 juillet 2026 • 100% • Durée indéterminée • Lausanne We are currently seeking a Commodity Buyer to manage the sourcing strategy for a portfolio of metal components and develop long-term supplier partnerships within a global supply chain. Commodity Buyer - Metal Components Our client is a leading international industrial company operating in a highly technical manufacturing environment. Description Key Responsibilities • Define and implement the sourcing strategy for the assigned commodity (metal components). • Manage and develop an international supplier portfolio, ensuring competitiveness, quality and delivery performance. • Lead supplier selection processes, RFQs, commercial negotiations and contract management. • Drive cost reduction, value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives. • Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Project teams throughout the product lifecycle. • Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions where required. • Support new product development and industrialization projects from a procurement perspective. • Identify and mitigate supply chain risks while ensuring business continuity. Profile Your Profile • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement or a related field. • Minimum of 3 years' experience in strategic procurement of metal components. • Previous experience purchasing categories such as castings, forgings, machined parts, fabricated metal components or similar. • Experience gained within demanding industrial sectors such as aerospace, aviation, automotive, railway or other advanced manufacturing environments. • Strong negotiation, analytical and stakeholder management skills. • Good understanding of manufacturing processes and supplier management. • Fluent English is mandatory. Additional European languages are considered an asset. Job Offer • A strategic role with direct impact on the company's procurement performance. • An international and technology-driven industrial environment. • High level of autonomy and cross-functional collaboration. • Long-term career development opportunities within a stable and growing organization.