Procurement Senior Specialist

Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection.

With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers’ success.

As a Senior Procurement Specialist, you will play a vital role in driving procurement excellence and supporting Arxada’s global operations. Based in a dynamic international environment, you will bridge operational purchasing with strategic sourcing initiatives—ensuring the timely acquisition of goods and services while contributing to long-term value creation. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate across functions and regions, influence key stakeholders, and help shape a resilient and efficient supply chain. You will take full ownership of your scope, working independently and proactively while navigating complexity and pressure with a structured, process-driven mindset. If you are motivated to go beyond transactional procurement and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Essential Job Functions:

Manage domestic and international purchasing processes to ensure seamless supply continuity

Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on technical, financial, and quality criteria

Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules while effectively influencing internal and external stakeholders

Draft, review, and manage supplier contracts and agreements in line with business needs

Issue purchase orders and monitor delivery performance to ensure on-time execution, even in high-pressure environments

Track supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives in a structured, process-driven manner

Maintain and enhance supplier databases to ensure accurate and reliable information

Support contract signature processes and other key procurement administrative activities, taking full ownership of deliverables

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, International Trade, Logistics, or a related field

4–5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles

Demonstrated negotiation and strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across functions and levels

Proven ability to work independently with a high level of ownership and accountability in an international environment

Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools; experience with ERP systems such as SAP is an advantage

Advanced English and Spanish communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with global stakeholders.

Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making abilities, with a process-driven mindset and the ability to perform under pressure

Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas:

Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.

Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.

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