Sourcing IT outsourcing and offshoring

Chain IQ is an Independent Global Indirect Procurement company with headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland and operations in multiple locations worldwide. Our team of experts is dedicated to transforming procurement processes within organizations by leveraging market insights and innovative technology to drive efficiencies. We prioritize risk management, sustainability, and social responsibility to enhance procurement resilience and promote ethical business practices. As a Procurement Specialist at Chain IQ, your responsibilities will include managing daily procurement activities, conducting sourcing projects of varying complexities, building strong relationships with stakeholders, drafting contracts, negotiating terms with vendors, analyzing spend data, forecasting savings, and utilizing sourcing tools to optimize procurement processes. You will be expected to meet performance objectives, identify cost-saving opportunities, and maintain a proactive approach in delivering results. The ideal candidate for this role should possess a hands-on approach, a successful track record in procurement, at least three years of experience in a related sourcing category, excellent communication and negotiation skills, strong analytical abilities, and the ability to work well under pressure. A customer-service orientation, understanding of sourcing best practices, proficiency in sourcing tools such as SAP, Ariba, or Ivalua, and fluency in English (German is an advantage) are also required. Additionally, being a certified Great Place To Work employer, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and foster an innovative and high-performing team environment. If you are looking to join a globally connected and locally anchored team of entrepreneurs at Chain IQ, where your contributions are valued and recognized, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to supporting candidates throughout the recruitment process and ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations. Kindly note that referrals from external agencies require prior authorization from our recruitment team to be considered valid.,