Project Procurement Lead

Job description:

On behalf of our client, a leading pharmaceutical company, we are seeking a Project Procurement Lead to manage high-value investment projects and coordinate procurement strategies at their Visp site.

Requirements:

• Take strategic ownership of procurement for investment projects, including manufacturing, laboratory, and office facility construction (ranging from CHF 5 to 500 million).
• Responsibilities include:
• Developing and executing project-specific procurement strategies.
• Managing procurement, contract execution, and closeout for:
• Goods: Process and electrical equipment, automation systems, lab and office equipment, AHUs, black utilities (pumps, valves), and consumables.
• Services: Construction, piping, HVAC, electrical, cleanroom fit-out, engineering, and consulting.
• Ensuring the timely execution of the Procurement Master Plan (PMP), including reporting and risk mitigation.
• Collaborating closely with cross-functional stakeholders, including project teams, procurement category managers, engineers, and external suppliers (e.g., EPCM or trade partners).

Competences:

• Experience:
• 10+ years in CAPEX project and procurement management, preferably in pharma or biotech sectors.
• Strong experience in plant construction, procurement, sales, and contract management.
• Education:
• Technical training (ETH, FH, or equivalent) in process, mechanical, civil, or plant engineering, or related fields.
• Skills:
• Excellent business acumen, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with experience working in matrix organizations and interdisciplinary teams.
• Fluent in English (required); German is an advantage.
• Proficiency in project and procurement tools (e.g., SAP, Ariba).

Compensation benefits:

• A strategic role in managing procurement for large-scale CAPEX projects in a world-leading biopharmaceutical organization.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A dynamic, fast-paced work environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation.