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Procurement Manager ICT

Description

Role: Procurament Manager ICT

Location: Aarau

Permanent role


Work with up to 50% home office, independent work with flexible hours

We are looking for one of our client based in Aarau a Procurement Manager ICT, you will oversee the telecommunications product groups, working closely with internal stakeholders to meet strategic and operational goals.

Your responsibilities include:

  • Telecommunications Category Management: You’ll manage category oversight and strategy for telecommunications.

  • Procurement Strategy Development: Collaborate with category experts to shape procurement strategies tailored to telecommunications needs.

  • ICT Procurement Planning and Implementation: Plan, coordinate, and execute procurement activities for ICT in line with Swissgrid’s policies and Swiss public procurement law (BöB/VöB).

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with project managers and specialized departments to verify internal needs and ensure timely procurement for projects and operational requirements.

  • ICT Tender Standardization: Contribute to the standardization and improvement of ICT tender processes.

  • Claims Management Implementation: Lead claims management efforts in coordination with Legal and other stakeholders.

  • Sustainable Procurement Development: Champion sustainability in ICT procurement.

  • Team and Departmental Development: Play an active role in evolving the Procurement & Claim Management team, including leading development initiatives.

Your profile:

  • Technical or Further Education: A foundation in electrical engineering, IT, computer science, or equivalent qualification, ideally supplemented by business or purchasing education.

  • Procurement Experience: Several years in complex IT and telecommunications procurement, with expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts.

  • Claims and Contract Negotiation: Proven experience in claims management and contract negotiation at a senior level (e.g., maintenance extensions).

  • Strategy Development and Legal Knowledge: Experience with procurement strategies and familiarity with public procurement law (BöB/VöB) is an advantage.

  • Sustainability and Supplier Management: Knowledge of sustainable practices in ICT and experience in supplier management are beneficial.

  • SAP Proficiency: Familiarity with SAP purchasing modules (SAP S4 and Ariba) is advantageous.

  • Language Skills: Proficiency in German, good command of English, and French knowledge is a plus.

If you are interested please apply with your CV

Michael Bailey International is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Procurement Manager ICT