Zurich, Switzerland
Throughout my career, I have established myself as a customer centric professional in the procurement and business development industry with a penchant for facilitating international negotiations and targeted market analysis. As a strong communicator, I have an ability to liaise between upper executives, stakeholders and employees with ease. An adept project manager with fluency in German, Italian and English, I am also capable of spearheading the implementation and enforcement of best practice capabilities within any organisation. I have demonstrated my excellence in coaching, training and mentoring - three skills which i hold in high regards to allow me to be a dynamic motivator. Driven by challenges, undeterred by obstacles, and committed to furthering standards of excellence, my capability to influence positive change has been repeatedly proven. My expertise encompasses all aspects of procurement and strategic development, from controlling costs and maximizing revenues to harnessing team strengths to improve organisational performance. Further, my ability to build consensus among executive teams and stakeholders to promote transparency drives businesses to succeed and makes me an excellent team member in addition to my role as a passionate leader. I look forward to share my experiences on these strengths and I welcome our connection!
Leading a team of 6 Category Managers and Specialists, responsible for managing the spend of the Swiss operating company. Executing global contracts for Directs (Raw and Packaging Material) and managing the Indirect spend (Facility, Freight & Fleet, Commerce & Marketing, CAPEX & MRO, IT & Professional Business Services) autonomously. Defining category road maps aligned with business objectives, cost optimization targets, sustainability goals, and operational requirements. Leading end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFI/RFP processes, supplier evaluations, and contract negotiations. Partnering closely with internal stakeholders including Operations, Finance, Legal, HR to understand business needs and ensure alignment. Acting as a trusted Procurement advisor to senior stakeholders, providing market insights and commercial recommendations. Ensuring transparency of sourcing activities through regular reporting, governance forums, and stakeholder updates. Monitoring and reporting category performance, savings delivery, KPIs, service levels, and risk exposure. Ensuring compliance with global procurement policies, contract governance frameworks, and risk management standards.
Chain IQ - A global leader in Indirect Procurement Heading Chain IQ’s Client Engagement team in the EMEA region. Responsible to build and maintain a strong, long-term relationship with clients that are crucial for the commercial success of Chain IQ. Enhancing client satisfaction by ensuring a high-quality, client-oriented service delivery management in line with Chain IQ’s contractual obligations and the clients’ expectations. Providing leadership, management, and vision necessary to ensure that Chain IQ further enhances its market leading position with best-in-class service delivery management capabilities for Indirect Procurement.
Leading the global Procurement function for the Home Solutions business across 22 factories (30 FTE's) with an annual spend (direct & indirect) of approx. CHF 500 Mio. Reporting into the Group Chief Procurement Officer, responsible for setting up the function within the matrix organization, leading the transformation to a fully integrated end-to end status, while providing guidance & leadership for the procurement divisional team. Acting as the key interface for Procurement to the division leadership to support its strategy and performance.
Leading Business Development to grow top-line and strategic partnerships as well as recruiting and managing a diverse team of management consultants, procurement professionals and coaches. Providing Procurement expertise and excellence for Direct & Indirect Procurement Management. Developing the DACH region, including setting up the organization to serve clients in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
After 20 years in the workforce, I decided to take a career break and spend time with my young family. I recharged the batteries, helped with the education of my children and went fully motivated back into the workforce.