Overview: Our client is a leading provider of healthcare in Switzerland offering a wide range of medical services inclusive of surgery, diagnositics and rehabilitation. They are commited to providing care that focuses around their patients. They are now seeking a Head of Strategic Procurement to help come in and aid with their transformation under management of their new CPO.
Key Responsiblities:
- Management of a small team of purchasing specialists in the area of strategic purchasing
- Assist in the development and implementation of overall category plans as well as purchasing strategies to source quality medical products, services and equipment while efficiently controlling costs
- Responsible for vendor management and ensuring compliance with quality standards
- Negotiate contracts and agreements and maintain relationships with existing suppliers
- Work closely with various departments within the hospital to understand medical product and equipment needs and develop appropriate procurement plans
- Continually monitor the market to stay informed of current developments and trends in purchasing and healthcare
Qualifications & Experience:
- Sourcing specialist with extensive professional and leadership experience in strategic sourcing in the healthcare industry
- Experience in eProcurement and automation projects
- Excellent project management skills, results and deadline oriented
- Team-oriented leader with excellent communication skills appropriate to the target audience
- Analytical mindset and ability to optimize complex end-2-end- sourcing processes
- Able to work under pressure, reliable and keep calm even in hectic situations
- Business proficiency with German
