Senior Sourcing Manager - Created Diamonds, Stones & CAPEX

At Swarovski, where innovation meets inspiration, our people desire to explore, experience and create. As a Sourcing Manager – Created Diamonds, Stones and CAPEX you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries. Be part of a truly iconic global brand, learn and grow with us. We’re bold and inventive, revealing astonishing things like no one else can. A world of wonder awaits you.

Ready to make a dazzling impact on the world? Your passion for innovation and sustainable sourcing will shine through in every strategic decision you make. Join us in driving forward the most innovative and rapidly growing area of our company, where your expertise will be crucial in shaping the future of our industry.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in coordinating category projects among various business stakeholders, ensuring smooth operations and information flow. Support for categories Created Diamonds and CAPEX projects.
• Evaluate supplier offerings and propose cost-saving initiatives aimed at reducing costs.
• Conduct cost negotiations to achieve competitive pricing, implement pricing strategies, and keep stakeholders informed.
• Responsibility in strategic sourcing events such as RFQ/RFP/RFI to optimize costs and quality.
• Monitor supplier performance KPIs, SLAs, risks, and maintain strategic partnerships.
• Support contract negotiations, ensuring accurate execution and maintenance.
• Ensure procurement activities align with Social and Sustainable Procurement objectives.
• Stay updated on emerging technology and trends to support innovation projects and market updates.

We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following:

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in a relevant field (Engineering, Economics, or both).
• Professional experience in the area of Procurement within an international setting.
• Strong analytical skills. Proficient in using Microsoft Office tools and ability to use other IT software relevant to procurement and sourcing activities such as ARIBA, SAP etc.
• Experience with the source-to-pay process, policies, category strategy, supplier management, risk management.
• Familiarity with gems and created stones, lab grown diamond growing technologies, and cutting and polishing processes is a significant advantage. Experience in CAPEX projects would be beneficial.
• Fluency in English is essential, and proficiency in Chinese is advantageous.
• The ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders is key.

Swarovski creates beautiful crystal-based products of impeccable quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality.

Founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manufactures and sells the world's finest crystal, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds and zirconia, jewelry, and accessories, as well as crystal objects and home accessories. Swarovski Crystal Business has a global reach with approximately 2,400 stores and 6,700 points of sales in around 140 countries and employs more than 18,000 people. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) and Tyrolit (abrasives), Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group. A responsible relationship with people and the planet is part of Swarovski’s heritage. Today this legacy is rooted in sustainability measures across the value chain, with an emphasis on circular innovation, championing diversity, inclusion and self-expression, and in the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation, which supports charitable organizations bringing positive environmental and social impact.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We give our people the guts to celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved, respected, valued, connected, and heard. A place where anyone/everyone belongs. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law of the countries we operate in.