Andrea Fauser

•Lead both strategic and operational purchasing activities in the industrial electronics sector. •Manage supplier relationships, including selection, negotiation, and performance monitoring. •Conduct market analysis and price benchmarking to drive cost-effective sourcing decisions. •Oversee supply continuity and reduce procurement lead times through proactive planning. •Monitor supplier quality and ensure compliance with company and industry standards. •Achieved significant cost and time savings through procurement process optimization and contract renegotiations. •Collaborate closely with production, logistics, and quality departments to align purchasing with operational needs.

Purchasing Manager - Waldys Machines & Plastar Film Division •Managed procurement for both machinery and film production divisions, overseeing sourcing of mechanical, electrical, electronic, printed, and commercial materials. •Supervised procurement of components, spare parts, and workshop equipment to ensure operational continuity. •Handled building and facility maintenance, including contracts for technical installations and services. •Led supplier scouting and qualification in low-cost emerging markets for components and pre-assembled machine modules. •Responsible for purchasing raw materials and lab equipment for the Plastar Film Division, supporting production and R&D. •Managed contracts and logistics for national and international transport and shipments. •Actively contributed to cost reduction initiatives and efficiency improvements in procurement and facility operations

Sales & customer service Representative •Managed B2B sales and customer support across all three Swiss linguistic regions (Italian, French, German). •Handled order processing, phone-based sales, and client communications. •Collaborated with logistics to coordinate deliveries and resolve shipment issues

•Depot Supervisor & Operations Coordinator •Oversaw warehouse operations, inventory management, and procurement of stock. •Coordinated daily delivery schedules and managed team shifts for warehouse staff and drivers. •Maintained accurate stock levels and ensured timely order fulfillment. •Responsible for cash handling, documentation for shipments, and direct customer relations at the depot.

•Managed procurement of raw materials, chemical reagents, and supplies for production, quality control, and R&D laboratories. •Collaborated with internal departments to ensure timely availability of materials in compliance with technical and regulatory specifications. •Maintained supplier relationships and monitored delivery performance to support uninterrupted production cycles. •Contributed to inventory planning and cost-efficient sourcing in the pharmaceutical and chemical environment.