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Job Description
Position Summary
Do you want your work to make a real difference?
If you enjoy making things happen and setting new standards together, we look forward to meeting you!
Duties
- Manage supplier development, selection, and performance evaluation
- Negotiate purchasing terms and manage complex purchasing processes
- Initiate purchase orders and ensure timely delivery schedules
- Monitor and optimize procurement and supply chain processes
- Ensure appropriate inventory levels while avoiding shortages or overstock
- Identify performance gaps and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
- Analyze purchasing trends and report on supplier performance
- Maintain master data and procurement systems (ERP/MRP)
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements
Duties - cont'd
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or comparable qualification
- Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, ideally within a regulated industry (e.g., medical devices)
- Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems and MS Office
- Knowledge of quality management systems and ISO standards
- Strong analytical skills and a solution-oriented mindset
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Independent, structured, and detail-oriented working style
- Fluent in German and English
- Willingness to travel (up to 10%)
Required Experience
- A role within a globally operating and growing company
- Structured processes, transparent communication, and strong team collaboration
- Opportunities for professional and personal development
- A dynamic, international work environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package
Why Join STERIS?
At STERIS, you will be part of a purpose-driven organization where your work contributes to improving health and safety worldwide. We offer a supportive environment with clear structures, international exposure, and opportunities to grow.
Apply now and shape your future with STERIS!