Sonova Group

Manager, Procurement NPI

Sonova Group

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Staefa • Switzerland

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PMP

About the role

  • Lead procurement activities within projects, ensuring value added and timely sourcing of materials and services
  • Partner with R&D and Engineering to integrate procurement strategies into product design and development
  • Support VAVE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) initiatives to drive cost optimization and continuous improvement
  • Negotiate supplier contracts and manage relationships to deliver innovation, quality, and savings
  • Maintain accurate material master data in SAP through the design and development phases
  • Promote sustainable sourcing practices and contribute to Sonova’s digital procurement evolution
  • Collaborate globally to align sourcing plans with business objectives and category strategies

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in a commercial or technical discipline
  • 3+ years of experience in direct procurement and project-based sourcing, ideally in a global organization, with a proven track record of delivering business value
  • 3+ years of project management experience, ensuring timely and successful execution of projects
  • Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and supplier relationship skills
  • Solid understanding of target costing, supplier development, and value engineering
  • Experience using SAP
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken)
  • Curious and forward-thinking — an AI enthusiast who explores how digital and data-driven tools can transform procurement
  • PMP/MCIPS/IPMA/MBA qualification or experience in Medical, Automotive, or Technology industries are an advantage
Benefits
  • Flexible hybrid working model
  • Wide range of training opportunities
  • Exceptional growth opportunities with individual development plans
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
procurementproject managementnegotiationsupplier relationship managementtarget costingsupplier developmentvalue engineeringcost optimizationcontinuous improvementmaterial master data management
Soft Skills
stakeholder managementcuriosityforward-thinkingcommunication
Certifications
PMPMCIPSIPMAMBA