Buyer for an international trading company

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About the role ##

Our client, an international company specializing in maritime trading, is looking for a Project Operator to strengthen its team.

You will be responsible for the operational monitoring of purchases and the logistical coordination of international projects. You will work daily with suppliers, clients, and partners located in different countries to ensure the smooth running of operations, from negotiation to delivery.

Tasks ##

• Manage technical purchases for international projects.
• Negotiate purchasing conditions with suppliers.
• Organize and monitor import-export operations (maritime, road, and air).
• Coordinate exchanges between clients, suppliers, freight forwarders, and sales teams.
• Ensure order tracking and monitor compliance with deadlines.
• Collaborate closely with sales teams to ensure client satisfaction.

We are looking for ##

• Initial experience in technical purchasing or industrial purchasing.
• Good knowledge of import-export operations.
• An excellent level of French and English (C1 minimum).
• Very good mastery of Excel.
• A proactive, organized person who is comfortable in an international environment.
• A strong customer orientation and excellent negotiation skills.

To succeed in this role, your personal skills are as follows:

• Organized
• Excellent communicator
• Solution-oriented
• Persevering
• Capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Comfortable in a dynamic and demanding environment

Our recruitment process ##

This recruitment process is managed by Academic Work and our client wishes for all questions concerning the position to be addressed to Academic Work.

Our selection process is continuous and the advertisement may be closed before the end of the recruitment process if we have moved to the next phase. The process includes tests which are tools allowing us to find the right talent for the right position, to promote equality, diversity, and a fair process.

Being part of Academic Work ###

When you apply for this offer, you join the many consultants of Academic Work. You will benefit from many benefits but will also have a team of Consultant Manager to support you in this stage of your career.

Do you have any questions about this position? ###

For any questions, please contact the recruitment team at the address geneve@academicwork.ch and include the advertisement identifier DYPJAG in your e-mail

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