Purchasing Officer (m/f/d)

About the role

Bucher Leichtbau AG, a family-run company with over 70 years of experience, is looking for a purchasing employee in Zurich. The role links Purchasing, Production and Sales and coordinates the supply of materials for after-sales service.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate the supply of materials for after-sales service so that everything is available on time
• Create production orders and monitor their progress
• Prepare shipping documents and make sure goods leave the facility at the right time
• Handle complaints, schedule deviations and escalations by finding solutions
• Assist with the procurement of mechanical and electrical components
• Maintain purchasing, supplier and master data in the ERP system
• Use analyses and KPIs for delivery performance to drive improvement projects

Required profile

• Basic technical education and further training in purchasing, supply chain management or a comparable qualification
• Experience in customer service, purchasing or order processing
• Good written and spoken English
• Structured, independent and solution-oriented approach; calm under pressure

Required skills

• Proficiency with ERP systems
• Proficiency with MS Office

What we offer

• Diverse responsibilities involving products used worldwide
• A motivated team and a family-like work environment
• Employment terms and conditions with excellent retirement and insurance benefits
• Pension benefits with an above-average employer contribution to BVG premiums
• Easy access by public transport in the Zurich metropolitan area