Zenith Movement Components Buyer
Zenith in La Chaux-de-Fonds seeks a Movement Components Buyer (9-month contract) to manage MRP, supplier relations and stock for watch movement components.
Overview
Zenith is a Swiss watch manufacture renowned for technical mastery and haute horlogerie. The brand forms part of LVMH's Watches & Jewelry portfolio and combines traditional craftsmanship with industrial precision, operating within a high-performance, design-led luxury group.
Role & Responsibilities
- Plan and secure availability of movement components using MRP and sales forecasts to meet production schedules and quality standards.
- Manage inventory levels and economic order quantities, optimizing stock costs and maintaining accurate product master data in the ERP.
- Create, issue and follow up purchase orders; monitor supplier performance, delivery lead times, advances and delays.
- Coordinate component provisioning for subcontracting and prioritize receipts and urgent quality inspections.
- Maintain regular supplier communication, share demand forecasts and participate in business reviews to resolve supply issues.
- Support cross-functional stakeholders (project managers, receiving, accounting, central stock, database teams) during new product launches and corrective actions.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Logistics, Purchasing, Supply Chain or equivalent.
- Several years' professional experience as a purchaser/planer in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Proven proficiency with ERP systems (experience with Pro-Concept is an asset) and strong Excel skills.
- Excellent organisational skills, rigor and the ability to adapt to unforeseen events.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative team attitude.
Skills
Experience
Several years of hands-on experience in purchasing or supply planning within an industrial/manufacturing setting, with direct responsibility for component sourcing, order follow-up and inventory optimisation.
Education
Diploma in Logistics, Purchasing, Supply Chain or related field.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Neuchâtel, Switzerland, with easy access to Neuchâtel. 29 luxury roles are listed in La Chaux-de-Fonds on Cerulean, 1 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the Neuchâtel region, Cerulean lists 109 open positions — 3 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 770 open roles in Switzerland, including 25 added in the last 48 hours.
Culture
Zenith blends traditional Swiss watchmaking craftsmanship with modern industrial processes, fostering a culture of technical excellence and precision. As part of the LVMH Watches & Jewelry group, the workplace values collaboration, continuous improvement and high standards of quality.
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