Junior Buyer/Buyer

At Swarovski, where innovation meets inspiration, our people desire to explore, experience, and create. We are looking for a Junior Buyer/Buyer where you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries. Be part of a truly iconic global brand, learn and grow with us. We’re bold and inventive, revealing astonishing things like no one else can. A world of wonder awaits you.

About the job

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Purchasing in alignment within the frame of value limits, as defined in the Corporate Procurement Guidelines
• Select suppliers from defined supplier pool, negotiate with suppliers
• Solicit, track and collect vendor quotes and prepare for review with business
• Ensure compliance with all relevant Corporate Procurement strategies and policies
• Build, document and continuously update defined market and product knowledge for goods and services
• Create and track purchase orders, track and check purchase requisitions
• Ensure close collaboration with the local country organization and Spokes
• Support material groups/categories in claim management matters and handle day-to-day claims

About you

We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role
• Degree in Purchasing, Logistics, Business Administration or similar education
• Fluent in English, Mandarin and additional language capabilities is a plus
• Proficient in MS Office (Office, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision & able to work in team
• Customer service orientation, strong service partnership understanding and good communication and negotiation skills
• Continuous improvement mindset, process orientation and a solution delivery-oriented work approach
• Strong coordinative and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and work to tight deadlines
• Knowledge of procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, ARIBA)

What we offer

You can expect a range of benefits, including:

• Learning and career development programs to help you grow
• A global employee assistance program offering support in the areas of mental, physical, and emotional health, managerial support as well as financial and legal matters
• Hybrid and flexible work options to support your work-life balance
• Paid volunteering leave to support causes that matter to you
• Exclusive employee discounts on Swarovski products

About Swarovski

Swarovski creates crystal-based products of unique quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality. Founded in Austria in 1895, we design, manufacture, and sell the world’s finest crystals, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds, zirconia, jewelry, accessories, and home décor.

Sustainability and responsibility are at the heart of our brand, from circular innovation to diversity, inclusion, and the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation. We empower people to express their individuality with confidence and respect, and we believe that different perspectives make us stronger.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair, inclusive recruitment and to building a workplace where everyone feels they truly belong.

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