PhD, MBA or Master's degree with an outstanding record of academic achievement.
2+ years of broad work experience in strategic purchasing and/or supply management (e.g., global sourcing strategies, cross functional category management, RfQ processes and negotiations, talent development and capability building)
Excellent organization capabilities, including the ability to initiate tasks independently and see them through to completion.
Strong communication skills with the ability to adjust your style to suit different perspectives and seniority levels.
Ability to create work product-focused materials/outputs, which may include PowerPoint decks, Excel models, articles, or other written deliverables.
Exceptional time management to meet your responsibilities in a complex and largely autonomous work environment.
Ability to work or attend meetings outside of traditional business hours or take on projects with limited or no notice at times.
Ability to travel to and work in varying environments that may be challenging and/or not accessible (e.g., factories, hospitals, mines).
Working or studying experience in Switzerland is preferred.
Fluency in German (C1 Level) for Zurich or French (C1 level) for Geneva and in English is a must.
