Junior Buyer (Capex) m/w/d

The Junior Buyer (Capex) supports the execution of capital expenditure (Capex) procurement activities within assigned projects and operational buying scopes.

The role focuses on operational procurement execution, supplier coordination, and compliance with Lonza procurement processes, while working under guidance of a Project Buyer, Project Procurement Lead, or Lead Buyer.

Type of employment: Payroll

Industry: Pharma

Skills: Einkauf,CAPEX

Project start: 01.03.2026

Project duration: 12 months

Key Responsibilities

Operational Procurement Execution:

• Support end-to-end operational buying activities for Capex projects (from requisition to purchase order and close-out)
• Prepare and issue purchase orders in SAP in alignment with approved sourcing decisions
• Track order confirmations, deliveries, and invoice alignment

Sourcing & RFQ Support:

• Support RFQ processes including data collection, bid comparison, and documentation
• Assist senior buyers in supplier communication related to pricing, delivery, and documentation
• Maintain transparent and auditable sourcing documentation

Project & Stakeholder Support:

• Act as procurement contact for defined work packages within Capex projects
• Coordinate with Engineering, Project Management, Quality, and Finance
• Support schedule adherence and cost tracking on order level

Supplier & Compliance Management:

• Communicate with suppliers on order execution topics
• Ensure adherence to Lonza procurement policies, compliance, GMP and EHS requirements
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and records

Scope & Authority

The Junior Buyer (Capex):

• Executes procurement activities within defined scope and guidance
• Does not independently define sourcing strategies
• Does not lead supplier negotiations or contract strategy
• Does not carry full project procurement accountability

Decision authority remains with Project Buyer / Lead Buyer.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Education / Experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field
• Initial experience in procurement, supply chain or operational buying preferred
• Exposure to technical, engineering or Capex environments is an advantage

Skills & Competencies:

• Structured and detail-oriented working style
• Ability to work in project environments with multiple stakeholders
• Strong learning mindset and willingness to develop procurement capabiliti
• Basic commercial and contractual understanding

Systems & Languages:

SAP experience preferred

strong Capex experience

Fluent English required

German STRONGLY preferred for local stakeholder interaction