Business Development Associate (Supplier Registration Construction)

People Partner Talent Sutra LLP

Job Location:

Zürich - Switzerland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Tasks

Role Purpose

The Business Development Specialist will be responsible for identifying engaging and registering suppliers and subcontractors from construction companies across the German-speaking region of Switzerland.

This role is key in building a strong supplier ecosystem by leveraging industry relationships procurement expertise and a deep understanding of construction sourcing processes.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Identification & Registration

Identify potential suppliers subcontractors and service providers within the Swiss construction market
Drive end-to-end supplier onboarding and registration processes
Ensure supplier documentation and compliance requirements are met

Market Development & Relationship Building

Build and maintain strong relationships with procurement teams project managers and supplier decision-makers
Develop a robust supplier pipeline across key construction categories (civil MEP materials equipment etc.)
Represent the company in industry events supplier meetings and networking forums

Requirements

Must-Have Requirement

Previous working experience in the Procurement Department of a Construction Company

(Candidates without procurement exposure in construction will not be considered.)

Qualifications & Skills

Proven experience in supplier onboarding procurement sourcing or vendor management within construction
Strong understanding of construction supply chain contractor ecosystems and purchasing processes
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to build trust with suppliers and procurement stakeholders
Fluency in German is highly preferred; English proficiency required
Strong organizational skills with attention to compliance and documentation

TasksRole PurposeThe Business Development Specialist will be responsible for identifying engaging and registering suppliers and subcontractors from construction companies across the German-speaking region of Switzerland.This role is key in building a strong supplier ecosystem by leveraging industry ...