WHO WE ARE
Fischer Connectors is part of Conextivity Group.
With nearly 700 people worldwide, four R&D centers and six manufacturing sites, the Swiss-headquartered technology group offers high-performance connectivity solutions that manage power and data flows seamlessly from sensors and devices to the cloud, enabling the emergence of new and scalable ecosystems.
Conextivity comprises two core business activities: Fischer Connectors and Wearin'.
We are driven by collaboration, guided by respect, and inspired by an entrepreneurial spirit.
At Conextivity, innovation, excellence and longevity are part of everything we do.
For our plant in Amarante, near Oporto, we are looking for a
Purchaser.
The
mission of the Purchaser
is to order direct and indirect materials for the production site and external partners of the Conextivity Group, according to production and operational needs.
WHAT YOU WILL DO IN YOUR ROLE:
Issue, execute, and follow up on Purchase Orders (POs) within defined deadlines;
Ensure that material purchase requests are processed in accordance with all relevant requirements (customer, planning, R&D, etc.);
Monitor supplier deliveries and performance;
Perform analysis to streamline requests and provide feedback to stakeholders;
Optimize costsand inventory levels for indirect materials;
Coordinate with internal stakeholders regarding material availability and prioritization;
Communicate and coordinate with all departments and stakeholders involved in task execution;
Keep purchase master data up to date in the ERP system;
Report any bottlenecks and/or risks that could prevent successful task completion (escalation);
Develop and maintain KPIs and relevant tools to monitor operations and processes;
Contribute to the company's development by participating in projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing, planning, or programming in an industrial company;
Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP);
Good proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Outlook);
Fluent in French and English;
Goal-oriented,reliable, and a team player;
Ability to work and communicate effectively in a multicultural and multifunctional environment;
Proactive, pragmatic, organized, accurate, solution- and customer-oriented;
Able to work efficiently under pressure, manage conflicting priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Integration into a fast-growing multinational company;
Career growth opportunities;
A wide range of partnerships (gyms, healthcare, banks, insurance, etc.);
Meal allowance;
Canteen;
Personal Accident Insurance;
Flexible working policy (when the role allows);
Social events and team initiatives;
A great working environment.