Network and Capability Manager

Gi Group; Kaiseraugst; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Gi Group represents a pharmaceutical client seeking a Network & Capability Manager for a temporary assignment with an immediate start. You will oversee and optimize a global distribution network for clinical trials, managing a multi-site setup and substantial budgets.

The role requires senior-level experience in global clinical logistics, network optimization, supplier relationship management, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on cost efficiency and sustainability in a highly regulated

Qualifikationen

• Requires degree in technical, business, or supply chain field.
• 6+ to 10+ years of operational experience in supply chain, distribution, planning and/or manufacturing.
• APICS/SCOR or Lean training is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Oversee and optimize the distribution network (>100k shipments per year) to enable timely, reliable and efficient delivery for global clinical trials, partnering with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute and execute the network & capabilities chapter strategy, incl. future network readiness and SRM.
• Oversee, manage and optimize distribution costs and spend (>CHF 50m/year).
• Drive best practices, standardization and optimization of distribution network processes with BCLs and QA for reliability.
• Co-create and execute objectives for the global network & capabilities chapter, enabling continuous improvements and self-managed organization.
• Ensure overall compliance of the distribution network according to GxP and GCP standards.

Kenntnisse

End-to-end supply chain management

Warehouse management

Transportation management

Regulatory compliance

Supplier relationship management

Stakeholder communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor/Master in Supply Chain or related field

Jobbeschreibung

On behalf of our pharmaceutical client, we are seeking a motivated and qualified individual for a temporary assignment with an immediate start in the role of:

Network & Capability Manager

The ideal candidate is a seasoned supply chain professional with extensive senior‑level experience in global clinical logistics and network optimization. You bring deep expertise in managing complex, multi‑site distribution networks and large‑scale operational budgets in a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment. Thriving in agile structures, you demonstrate strong strategic vision, cross‑functional leadership, and a track record of driving process improvements that balance operational excellence, cost efficiency, and ambitious sustainability targets.

Responsibilities

• You are responsible for overseeing and optimizing the distribution network (>100k shipments per year) to enable timely, reliable and efficient delivery for all global Roche/Genentech clinical trials. Therefore you partner closely with internal stakeholders (Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality), customers (Clinical Operations) and external partners (3PLs, LSPs, etc.).
• You contribute and execute the network & capabilities chapter strategy, aligning with the overall distribution strategy. This incl. future network and capability readiness, build up of new locations, and a strong emphasis on Supplier Relationship Management (SRM).
• You oversee, manage and optimize distribution costs and spend (>50m CHF/year).
• You drive best practices, standardization, and optimization of distribution network processes in collaboration with Business Capability Leads (BCLs), QA ensuring supply chain reliability.
• You co‑create and execute objectives for the global network & capabilities chapter, enabling continuous improvements and cultural transition towards a self‑managed team and organization.
• You ensure the overall compliance of the distribution network according to GxP and GCP standards.

Qualifications

• You hold a degree (BA, MS, MBA) in a technical, business, or supply chain field or possess relevant experience; certifications like APICS, SCOR, Operational Excellence, Six Sigma, or Lean training are a plus.

Required Skills

• You have a strong understanding of end‑to‑end supply chain management, including warehouse and transportation management, logistics, and regulatory requirements for clinical trials.
• You possess excellent knowledge of clinical supply chain distribution processes, Supplier Relationship management incl. negotiations & industry best practices, and the tools and systems needed to enable operational excellence.
• You act as an architect and catalyst in the distribution organization, taking smart risks and streamlining or stopping non‑value‑adding work.
• You bring excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues and convey key messages effectively to senior leadership.
• You have (min. 6 years) 10+ years of operational experience in supply chain, distribution, planning, and/or manufacturing, with significant expertise in clinical supply chain (distribution) management.

Preferred Skills

• Certifications like APICS, SCOR, Operational Excellence, Six Sigma, or Lean training are a plus.