About the Company:
ANAVIA specializes in the design, development & manufacturing of vertical takeoff & landing (VTOL) systems of up to 500 kilograms. The company offers industry leading unmanned helicopter systems for various mission profiles, such as Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection or Mapping & Cargo.
Your mission
Job Goals
Ensure the timely, cost-effective, and quality-compliant procurement of technical components, materials, and services for UAV and aviation systems while meeting operational and regulatory requirements.
Key Tasks
- Procure technical components, assemblies, materials, and services.
- Request, evaluate, and negotiate supplier quotations.
- Select, manage, and maintain supplier relationships.
- Monitor purchase orders, deliveries, and lead times.
- Support make-or-buy decisions.
- Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams.
- Maintain purchasing and supplier data within the ERP system.
- Support cost optimization and supply chain risk mitigation activities.
Other Tasks
- Support Engineering with supplier sourcing and technical procurement activities.
- Support Production and Operations by ensuring material availability.
- Assist with supplier evaluations and performance reviews.
- Support engineering change management and material phase-in/phase-out activities.
- Contribute to inventory management and stock optimization initiatives.
Competencies & Duties
- Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components.
- Knowledge of procurement and supply chain processes.
- Understanding of quality requirements and documentation practices in regulated industries.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications.
- Ensure material availability to support production and development schedules.
- Manage supplier performance regarding quality, cost, and delivery.
- Support continuous improvement of procurement processes.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Structured and proactive working style.
- Analytical problem-solving ability.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills.
- Reliability and attention to detail.
Your profile
Qualifications
- Technical or commercial education, preferably with a technical background.
- Experience in technical purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.
- Experience in the UAV, aerospace, aviation, electronics, or high-tech industry is an advantage.
- Proficiency with ERP systems
- Good written and spoken in German and English; additional languages are a plus.
Become part of the Anavia family
- A committed and international team is waiting for you
- Exciting projects and room to grow in every dimension
- Support for training and opportunities for personal and professional development
- Team events at which we celebrate our successes together
- Beautiful Swiss mountain view office in Näfels, Glarus Nord.