Jaeger LeCoultre Procurement Manager, Movements
- Location
- Seniority
- Manager
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
About Jaeger LeCoultre
Jaeger‑LeCoultre is a Swiss haute horlogerie manufacture renowned for technical innovation, artisanal watchmaking and in‑house movement development. As part of the Richemont group, the brand combines traditional craftsmanship with advanced engineering in an environment that values precision, product excellence and heritage-driven innovation.
Jaeger‑LeCoultre in Le Sentier seeks a Procurement Manager, Movements to lead sourcing and supplier management for watch movement components.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead end‑to‑end procurement for watch movement components, including strategic sourcing, RFQs, supplier selection and contracting.
- Manage and develop the supplier base to ensure quality, cost competitiveness and on‑time delivery of precision components.
- Negotiate commercial terms, pricing frameworks and long‑term agreements to optimise total cost of ownership.
- Coordinate cross‑functional activities with R&D, engineering, quality and production to align sourcing strategy with product roadmaps and manufacturability.
- Drive supplier performance through KPIs, audits, corrective action plans and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain demand forecasts, inventory targets and procurement plans to secure supply continuity and mitigate risks.
- Evaluate and onboard new suppliers, including technical assessments and qualification of manufacturing processes specific to movements.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of progressive procurement experience, preferably within the watchmaking or precision manufacturing industry.
- Proven track record in strategic sourcing, negotiation of complex supplier contracts and supplier performance management.
- Technical understanding of mechanical watch movements and their component technologies (gear trains, escapements, bridges, etc.).
- Strong analytical skills with experience in cost‑down initiatives and total cost of ownership assessments.
- Ability to manage cross‑functional stakeholders and to travel for supplier audits and qualification as required.
Skills
Experience
At least 5 years of procurement or sourcing experience, with demonstrable exposure to watch movements or precision components; experience managing supplier relationships, negotiations and supplier qualification processes is required.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business or a related technical discipline; advanced degree or professional procurement certification is advantageous.
Workplace
This position is based in Le Sentier, Vaud, Switzerland, within easy reach of Lausanne.
Culture
Jaeger‑LeCoultre fosters a culture rooted in meticulous craftsmanship and technical excellence, where interdisciplinary teams collaborate to advance watchmaking innovation. The workplace values precision, long‑term supplier partnerships and a commitment to sustaining artisanal skills alongside modern engineering.
About Cerulean
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