Strategic Buyer (M/F)

• 02 July 2026 • 100% • Indeterminate duration • Yverdon-les-Bains You want to join a recognized industrial group, evolve in a demanding production environment and actively contribute to the definition of the Purchasing strategy? Strategic Buyer (M/F) Our client, a major player in the agri-food industry in French-speaking Switzerland, is looking for a Strategic Buyer to strengthen its Purchasing team. Missions • Participate in the definition and deployment of Purchasing strategies by category, in collaboration with the various internal stakeholders. • Analyze supplier markets and conduct studies to identify the best opportunities. • Lead calls for tenders, commercial negotiations and contractualization with suppliers. • Evaluate and monitor supplier performance in collaboration with the Quality, R&D, Production and Logistics teams. • Identify and anticipate purchasing-related risks and implement appropriate action plans. • Represent the Purchasing function in new product development projects and ensure compliance with Purchasing processes throughout the project cycle. • Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes to optimize costs, quality, deadlines and total cost of ownership (TCO). Candidate profile • Higher education with a technical, commercial or Supply Chain orientation. • Minimum 5 years of experience in a Strategic Buyer function within an industrial environment. • Confirmed experience in negotiation, supplier management and purchasing project management. • Excellent communication skills, team spirit and service mindset. • Leadership, autonomy, sense of responsibility and ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment. • Good mastery of an ERP (SAP is an asset). • Current French. • Good level of German (minimum B1). • Professional English. Conditions and Benefits • A stimulating and innovative industrial environment. • A strategic role with strong autonomy and real visibility with operational teams. • Flexible hours as well as telecommuting possibilities. • An attractive remuneration package including excellent social benefits. • Many measures in favor of employee well-being, continuous training and balance between professional and private life. • Prospects for evolution within a solid and constantly evolving group.