Operational Buyer – CCE

Bucher Group

Operative Einkäufer responsible for procurement and logistics of components for aircraft production. Supporting internal teams and optimizing supply processes in a regulated industry.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandJuniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operational procurement and planning of mechanical and electrical components and assemblies in the required quality for installation in aircraft, including price negotiations
Scheduling, release and monitoring of internal and external production orders
Ensuring incorporation of design changes during serial production
Advising and supporting internal departments on procurement matters
Proactive schedule monitoring and follow-up of components and assemblies to be procured
Development of new suppliers and point of contact for technical inquiries
Active problem-solving for procurement bottlenecks and issues
Continuous optimization of planning data, inventories and availability, and development of improvement proposals for planning processes
Participation in various projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Technical basic training, preferably in machining (subtractive metalworking)
Further training as a technical purchasing specialist, buyer or operations specialist
Several years' professional experience in operational procurement or planning in a highly regulated environment
Proficient user of ERP systems
Good spoken and written English skills
Understanding of and enthusiasm for Lean principles
Systemic thinking, strong negotiation skills and a confident presence

Benefits

Comp & perks

Exciting challenges in the regulated aviation sector
Varied and responsible work
Competitive remuneration and progressive social benefits
A friendly, young-at-heart and highly motivated team
Internal and external training opportunities
Largely independent working with trust and autonomy
Active involvement through continuous improvement processes
Flexible working hours / possibility of home office

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Hard Skills & Tools

operational procurementplanningprice negotiationsschedulingproduction ordersdesign changessupplier developmentproblem-solvingplanning optimizationLean principles

Soft Skills

negotiation skillssystemic thinkingcommunication skillsproblem-solvingproactive monitoringsupporting internal departmentsconfident presence

Certifications

technical purchasing specialistbuyeroperations specialist