Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition:this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years.
With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), with production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.
We are looking for aCategory Project Managerto join our Direct Material Category Management Team to drive supplier ramp and sourcing.
Reporting to the Head of Category Management, the role involves developing and implementing project management plans, assessing and executing ramp programs, and managing procurement activities and supplier partnerships to ensure supply capability and capacity at the best cost. The person will work closely with internal stakeholders and global/regional category managers to ensure regulatory compliance, enhance capacity, and report project status in a timely manner.
Yourresponsibilitiesinclude, but are not limited to:
Develop project management plans, monitor and control project progress with the supplier/partner.
Assess, evaluate, and execute the ramp program, including major capacity expansion and/or technology enabling with the selected supplier, covering all categories, including major categories such as Machining and Treatment.
Act as the key stakeholder in procurement activities such as make-buy, commercial agreements, supplier investment programs, and cost optimization opportunities with the supplier/partner.
Enable seamless transition of projects from in-house & make-buy decisions to external manufacturing realization; and external dual-sourcing strategy.
Drive primarily the machining and treatment supplier/partner to ensure supply capability and capacity at the best cost to support the company's future business needs and protect brand value.
Work closely with Category Managers, Supplier Quality Engineers, Supplier Project Managers & internal stakeholders such as IE and Product Managers to ensure communication and engagement with management.
Collaborate with Global & Regional Category Managers and Supplier Project Management team to align on development approach, ensure regulatory compliance with suppliers, and actively manage and contribute to the enhancement of Capacity, Quality, Delivery and Cost (QCD).
Create policies and procedures for risk management and mitigation with the supplier/partner.
Report project status to management and key stakeholders in a timely manner.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in Project Management / Procurement / Mechanical Engineering.
10+ years in a manufacturing environment with a solid working knowledge of category management, preferably in high precision machining industries.
Experience in product or tool transfer, assembly line, and facility setup.
Experience in supplier development and ability to develop strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
Working experience within a global complex organization.
Capable of dealing in high-stress environments, balancing operational and strategic priorities.
Hands-on attitude, strong leadership, influence, and communication skills.
Strong analytical skills (risk-based) and goal-driven thinking.
Possess financial skills to assess the total cost of dealing with a supplier/partner.
Good interpersonal and negotiating skills to build effective working relationships with supply partners and functional leaders.
Flexible, resourceful, and proactive individual, able to produce results under tight deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels in the organization.
Good command of English (German & Chinese will be a plus).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in High Precision Machining industries.
Sourcing in Asia and Global.
Experience in managing supplier ramp.
VAT is an equal opportunity employer. We see ourselves as a responsible and far-sighted employer that offers not only jobs but also career and personal development opportunities through various training programs. We recognize the value of employee diversity and provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants that contribute to innovation, improve customer orientation, and enhance employee satisfaction.#J-18808-Ljbffr