Purchase manager Jobs in Lausanne

Our company is a Switzerland-based organization with a strong international presence. We produce software for a global clientele. To support our expansion and optimize operational performance, we are seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee strategic and operational functions across key business areas, including Marketing, Finance, HR, IT, Engineering, Administration, and Customer Support.

Your Role

As General Manager, you will play a key leadership role in driving business growth, operational efficiency, and team performance. You will report directly to the CEO / Board of Directors and lead cross-functional teams to ensure the company’s continued success.

Following a change in control, the company is creating a new organizational structure to support both organic growth and acquisitions, aiming to double its business volume over the next three years. The team currently comprises 60+ highly skilled employees, with 18 located in Lausanne, Switzerland. You will be the primary point of contact for all interdepartmental coordination with a key emphasis on maintaining a high level of productivity within the Lausanne office.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Business Platform Development

• Translate the CEO's vision and strategic goals into actionable operational plans.
• Provide recommendations on the company’s organisation, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market opportunities.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive performance improvements across all departments
• Help to define and implement new strategies, procedures, and policies, that will facilitate growth while mitigating risks and ensuring business continuity.
• Proactively provide relevant feedback to the appropriate department heads and CEO related to current business activity, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Drive business performance and ensure long-term sustainability.
• Identify and analyze existing business processes, seeking opportunities for improvement and automation.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers, optimizing costs and service levels.
• Negotiate and manage partnership agreements.
• Ensure financial health and compliance, overseeing P&L, cost control, and risk management.
• Supervise administrative functions and enforce company policies.
• Ensure regulatory compliance in Swiss and international markets (tax, labor laws, corporate governance).
• Monitor business KPIs and generate executive reports for stakeholders.
• In collaboration with our CFO, oversee financial planning and budgeting, optimizing revenue streams and cost efficiency.
• Implement best practices and methodologies to optimize operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and forecasts, identifying variances and recommending appropriate corrective actions.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports, providing insights into the company's performance.
• Keep CEO updated on a weekly basis related to financial performance, operational challenges, and potential risks.
• Lead and develop cross-functional teams, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of all departments (e.g., development, sales, marketing, customer success, finance, HR).
• Ensure alignment between departments, streamlining internal processes and collaboration.
• Oversee HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, and leadership development.
• Promote diversity, inclusion, and professional growth within the company.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
• Implement processes and systems to streamline workflows and improve productivity.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration between departments ensure alignment and efficiency.
• Work with various teams assisting contract review and legal compliance.

IT, Marketing & Customer Experience

Your Profile

Reporting line : CEO based in Montreal, Canada

Date of start : As soon as possible, as per your availability

Employment rate : 100%

Location : Navori office in Lausanne

About the company

Navori Labs is an innovative Swiss software company that operates globally, providing high-end technology solutions to customers in over 100 countries, powering clients ranging from small end-users to large-scale operators running thousands of licenses.

Founded in 1997 in Paris, France, Navori Labs is a digital signage pioneer. In 2006, the company opened a subsidiary in Switzerland which is headquarter of the company today. In 2009, a subsidiary in North America was opened, followed by Latin America and the Middle East and India, establishing Navori Labs as a leading international software producer.

Navori Labs differentiates itself in the niche market through the steady investment in research and development, developing software in-house by its own team of engineers in close collaboration with artistic director, for seamless and user-friendly experience. Navori products represent a premium Content Management System (CMS) offering a variety of features addressing unique customers’ needs.

The global digital signage market was estimated at USD 23.12 billion in 2021 and is expected to expand at an annual growth rate of 7.7% by 2030 due to the increasing demand for the digitalized promotion of products and services to attract the attention of the target audience in an effective manner. With 30% year-over-year revenue growth over the past 12 years, Navori Labs continues to grow and increase international presence by continuous product enhancement and opening new markets.

Why Join Us?

If you are a results-driven leader with a passion for international business and operational excellence, we invite you to apply.

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