Technical Purchaser at pmX Group

Glarus Nord, Glarus, Switzerland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Negotiation, ERP Systems, Supply Chain Management, BOM Interpretation, Cost Optimization, Risk Mitigation, Technical Drawing Interpretation, Inventory Management, Quality Compliance, Strategic Sourcing

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Your mission Job Goals • Ensure the timely, cost-effective, and quality-compliant procurement of technical components, materials, and services for UAV and aviation systems while meeting operational and regulatory requirements. Key Tasks • Procure technical components, assemblies, materials, and services. • Request, evaluate, and negotiate supplier quotations. • Select, manage, and maintain supplier relationships. • Monitor purchase orders, deliveries, and lead times. • Support make-or-buy decisions. • Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams. • Maintain purchasing and supplier data within the ERP system. • Support cost optimization and supply chain risk mitigation activities. Other Tasks • Support Engineering with supplier sourcing and technical procurement activities. • Support Production and Operations by ensuring material availability. • Assist with supplier evaluations and performance reviews. • Support engineering change management and material phase-in/phase-out activities. • Contribute to inventory management and stock optimization initiatives. Competencies & Duties • Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components. • Knowledge of procurement and supply chain processes. • Understanding of quality requirements and documentation practices in regulated industries. • Ability to interpret technical drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications. • Ensure material availability to support production and development schedules. • Manage supplier performance regarding quality, cost, and delivery. • Support continuous improvement of procurement processes. • Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation. • Strong negotiation and communication skills. • Structured and proactive working style. • Analytical problem-solving ability. • Strong organizational and coordination skills. • Reliability and attention to detail. Your profile Qualifications • Technical or commercial education, preferably with a technical background. • Experience in technical purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management. • Experience in the UAV, aerospace, aviation, electronics, or high-tech industry is an advantage. • Proficiency with ERP systems • Good written and spoken in German and English; additional languages are a plus. Why us? About us ANAVIA, a Swiss high-tech multinational, specialises in the design, development and manufacture of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) systems of up to 750 kilograms. We offer industry-leading unmanned helicopter systems for a variety of missions and applications. With a team of highly trained and experienced composite, mechatronics, electronics, maintenance flight test and software engineers and other functional experts, we own and manage the entire value chain – from conceptualisation to final quality manufacturing. Headquartered in Switzerland with a fully owned business unit in the UAE, we have a reputation for groundbreaking innovation and uncompromising quality that reflects our “Made in Switzerland” heritage. This is reinforced by our robust, all-European supply chain that ensures the highest quality standards, stable, and safe procurement processes for reliable manufacturing and delivery. All of our systems and sub-systems are free of ITAR restrictions.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the cost-effective and quality-compliant procurement of technical components and services for UAV and aviation systems. This includes managing supplier relationships, monitoring lead times, and collaborating with Engineering and Production teams to ensure material availability.