Basics

Mission

The Swiss Post procurement organization is responsible for the entire procurement volume of the various units, in accordance with its strategic guidelines. The units are responsible for the technical and financial aspects. The Swiss Post procurement organization develops the relevant processes, structures and competencies and ensures Group-wide cost and performance transparency on the basis of legal and commercial conditions.

The goal of the procurement organization’s Group-wide orientation is to actively exploit the Group's procurement potential. Needs are coordinated and bundled on a company-wide basis. The procurement processes are optimized and information on procurement markets, suppliers, sales and methods is made available and exchanged throughout the organization.

Procurement management

The procurement processes are geared towards meeting internal customer needs and the needs of the specific business.

The Swiss Post procurement organization works to promote the use of standard procurement systems and supplementary management tools. It is involved in all related system matters and ensures end-to-end transparency.

Supplier management

The BOP expects its suppliers to be innovative and willing to shape Swiss Post's ability to perform as well as to contribute to achieving ongoing improvements.

Quality obligation

We are responsible for quality in terms of products, non-cash benefits and services and are aiming for a zero error rate. We use transparent, standardized benchmarks.

Environmental awareness

Environmental issues are important to us. We take these into account with regard to recycling, disposal, packaging, transport and in selecting our suppliers. We pay attention to environmentally friendly solutions.

Requirements

Technical requirements are stipulated without reference to any specific company. Alternative offers and innovative solutions are welcome. We aim to enter into long-term partnerships for strategically important products. Bids are evaluated according to objective criteria.

Acceptance of bid

The bid representing the best value for money will be successful. For largely standardized goods, it is also possible to define price as the sole criterion.