GF Industry and Infrastructure Flow Solutions, a division of GF, is the world's leading supplier of piping systems. We enable the safe and sustainable transport of fluids. Our business is driven by industry-leading sustainability levels, innovation through digital solutions and investment in a culture based on performance, learning and caring.
If you're passionate about technology, sustainability, and global collaboration — you'll feel right at home with us.
Raw materials - especially resins - are a critical sourcing category with significant impact on our success. We are seeking an experienced leader to manage global supplier relationships and drive strategic procurement for a purchasing volume exceeding CHF 300 million.
Team Lead Global Raw Material Sourcing (m/f/d)
Your tasks:
* Lead and develop a team of 5 Strategic Sourcing Managers
* Lead global strategic sourcing of plastic raw materials, coordinating with Category Managers, Lead Buyers, and key stakeholders
* Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives for cost, availability, quality, and sustainability
* Build and guide a global network across Procurement, R&D, Product Management, and Sustainability
* Provide strategic direction to senior management and report key results to the CPO
* Manage supplier performance, risk, and development initiatives to secure availability in challenging markets
* Deliver market analysis and forecasts on price and supply trends
Your profile:
* A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, production, supply chain, or business administration
* 10+ years' experience in strategic procurement in a manufacturing environment, ideally plastics
* Experience in leading teams
* Strong negotiation and contract management skills with excellent communication skills
* Analytical, strategic, and execution-oriented mindset
* Experience in matrix and decentralized organizations
* Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)
* Fluent in English and German
* Willingness to travel (approx. 20%)
Your contact:
René Paparusso
Team Lead Talent Acquisition Management Switzerland
Phone:
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Applications from agencies will not be considered.
Contact person:
René Paparusso
Talent Acquisition Manager
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