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This Position reports to:
ProcurementTeamLeadYour role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to ensure the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of the purchasing and logistics-related activities in the Procurement function to support the businesses. Each day, you will execute assigned activities as per ABB standard procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by delivering and participating in training programs as required to ensure compliance and to foster professional development.
The work model for the role is : Hybrid
This role is contributing to the Procurement team in EUOPC (European Operation Center). The main stakeholders are part of Energy Industries Switzerland within ABB's Process Automation business area.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Convert purchase requisitions to purchase orders (PR to PO) in SAP
- Manage direct purchasing activities across multiple platforms: SAP, BOL, CBOL, SoFa, 3SoFa, and Wizard.
- Resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payment
- Monitor and follow-up on open orders, including GR (Goods Receipt) booking reminders.
- Maintain and update material master data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Act as BOL Key User by managing purchasing organization access and conducting quarterly access reviews.
- Conduct sourcing activities : manage RFQs and tendering processes via our internal tool and BOL platforms.
- Evaluate supplier quotes and support negotiation processes.
You will join a Procurement team, where you will be able to thrive.
Qualifications for the role:
- Proficient in business English (B2/C1), German is a strong asset.
- At least 2 years of experience in corporate environment, ideally in operational procurement/SCM area
- Excellent communication skills and team work spirit
- Customer focus with proactive attitude
- Negotiation skills will be an asset
- Hands-on experience with SAP would be a plus
- Advanced Excel skills would be a plus
More about us:
Everything we do in Process Automation is at the heart of ABB’s purpose to enable a more sustainable and resource-efficient future with our technology leadership in automation, electrification and digitalization. With our deep industry knowledge and automation expertise, we understand the needs of our customers and enable them to lead through safer, more productive and energy efficient operations. Moreover, with our portfolio of integrated automation solutions, combined with our suite of ABB Ability digital applications, lifecycle services and AI, we are driving the evolution towards more autonomous operations.
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