Swatch Group Senior Purchaser
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
About Swatch Group
Swatch Group stands as one of the world’s foremost watchmaking groups, uniting Swiss industrial excellence with a portfolio of distinguished maisons spanning accessible design, prestige horology, and high complication craft. As an employer, the Group offers a uniquely integrated environment, from research, manufacturing, and movement development to brand management, retail, and global operations. Rooted in Biel/Bienne and present worldwide, it values technical mastery, creative curiosity, and long-term commitment. Employees contribute to a culture where heritage, innovation, precision, and entrepreneurial energy converge, supporting iconic brands while shaping the future of Swiss watchmaking on an international stage.
Senior Purchaser position at The Swatch Group Research and Development in Marin-Epagnier, Switzerland. Full-time role in procurement and supplier management.
Role & Responsibilities
- Coordinate and actively contribute to investment file preparation and follow-up, including negotiation of specific terms, conditions, and equipment procurement specifications
- Monitor and manage payment conditions for investments, including bank guarantee administration
- Document procurement flows and drive continuous improvement of purchasing procedures and documentation, including general and specific terms and conditions, supplier relationship management, and vendor onboarding
- Evaluate suppliers and analyze purchase orders
- Establish and configure vendors in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
- Control and validate purchase orders and process purchase order confirmations
- Respond to internal and external audit requests
- Process and categorize communications from the ASU-Purchasing inbox and manage electronic documentation
Qualifications
- Federal diploma or certification in Procurement Specialist
- Proficiency in Excel
- Fluency in French (primary working language) and English, both written and oral
- German language skills preferred
- Reliability, organizational acumen, and structured approach with strong team collaboration abilities
- Ability to work autonomously with high sense of responsibility and initiative
- Clear, pleasant, and open communication style
- Proactive mindset with comfort in process review activities
- Capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with strong prioritization and deadline adherence
- Excellent report writing skills in French and English
Skills
Experience
5 years of experience in a similar purchasing or procurement role.
Education
Federal diploma or certification in Procurement Specialist (Brevet fédéral de Spécialiste en achats) required.
Workplace
This position is based in Marin-Epagnier, Neuchâtel, Switzerland, within easy reach of Neuchâtel.
Culture
Swatch Group offers a dynamic, multicultural workplace rooted in Swiss precision, creativity, and a deep passion for watchmaking. As an employer, it brings together craftsmanship, industrial expertise, and brand diversity, giving teams the opportunity to contribute to both iconic heritage maisons and forward-looking innovation.
About Cerulean
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