Overview
The Gnomon Capital Group (GCG) is a global investment and technology commercialisation firm, expanding rapidly through the acquisition of companies in chosen areas. Through a hands-on, long-term investment approach we create value and enable growth in companies in the fields of global technology, fintech, software development and data networking. We are smart, ambitious and disruptive and have investments and subsidiaries around the world. We’re focused on enabling innovation by deploying deep knowledge, local expertise and the support of our longstanding strategic partnerships. As a young and agile group, GCG expects that its newly-acquired entities are ready and able to start operating very quickly, adhering to all Group operating policies and guidelines, and especially to meet deadlines. Headquartered in Vaduz, Liechtenstein, our subsidiaries have offices in Switzerland, the UK and elsewhere.
We’re growing at lightening pace and are looking for exceptional people who can help us realise our ambitions. As we build the future of tech, it’s an exciting time to join us.


Summary
The Procurement Specialist is responsible for the end-to-end purchasing lifecycle. This role supports the organization and its customers for its commercial and buying needs across a variety of different functions and departments. This includes sourcing strategies, managing the procurement stages for goods and services, contract negotiation and closeouts and supply chain management that span multiple office locations.
As the Procurement Specialist, you play a vital role in the supply of procurement services and work closely with HR, Legal, Finance, Facilities and business stakeholders to facilitate contract preparation, procurement support and guidance in the acquisition of goods and services.
To be successful in your role, you will need excellent organizational and communication skills, great attention to detail and the ability to balance competing priorities.


Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:

• Provide superior procurement services across the organization to support business objectives
• Ensure NDAs are fully executed and stakeholders/clients are provided with a full supplier engagement service
• Agree the best possible commercial and contractual terms for the business & its stakeholders
• Provide a highly professional and valued service in line with organizational policies and procurement best practices.
• Coordinate, execute and close out contracts and services agreements across multiple corporate entities and locations
• Onboard new supplier relationships
• Maintain and maximise current relationships with suppliers
• Analyse costs and recommending improvements and opportunities for efficiencies
• Negotiate prices and setting up accounts and contracts
• Compile, review and edit contracts, tender and service agreement documents
• Monitor and maintaining approved supplier lists
• Investigate of any queries or issues that arise in relation to contracts, commercial relationships, basic legal entity questions and supplier services and products
• Maintain close contact and management of key stakeholders to ensure efficiency and knowledge is shared through the organization with regard to all commercial and purchasing activities
• Support legal and finance teams with improving process flow and efficiencies
• Ensure that the administration of all purchasing and accounting requests are handled with exemplary attention to detail and within pre-defined timeframes –Working closely with Finance to ensure payment of invoices on time and that the right approval is in place.

Requirements
You will need to have:

• At least 3 years of experience in commercial procurement and purchasing, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding and proven track record across all aspects of the procurement lifecycle.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives or activities, and effectively make judgments in prioritizing and time allocation in a high-pressure environment
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to change
• Ability to work and communicate effectively in a multi-office environment and willingness to travel to other offices overseas as required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills in English and German (both written and verbal)
• Demonstrate professionalism and maturity when working with internal business functions, peers, senior management, and vendors

Advantages:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field is preferred. Alternatively, equivalent knowledge or experience in contracts and services agreements will be considered an asset.
• Experience with working in complex multi-country companies is an advantage
• Experience with JIRA or MS Dynamics is considered an asset
• Knowledge of IT in a procurement context is an advantage.

The above list of duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake tasks that are reasonably expected within the scope and grading of the post.

What we offer
We offer a seat on the rocket ship of a dynamic team in a fast-growing company in the technology space.

• Working in a modern office in Ruggell, which is technologically well-equipped for home office flexibility, plus one day per week in our office in Baar
• International, friendly and inclusive multi-cultural environment with an employee well-being focus
• Learning and growth opportunities every day
• Sociable working environment with regular company events
• An exceptional pension fund plan
• Excellent social insurance benefits