Network and Capability Manager (m/w)

Stracon Services AG; Aargau; Vor Ort; CHF 180.000 - 240.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Stracon Services AG in Switzerland seeks an experienced supply chain leader to oversee the distribution network for clinical trials, with responsibility for >100k shipments per year and global coordination with 3PLs, LSPs, and internal partners.

You will drive network strategy, cost optimization (>CHF 50m annually), and standardization of processes with QA and BCLs, while advancing SRM and regulatory compliance (GxP/GCP).

Qualifikationen

• We require a degree in a technical, business, or supply chain field and relevant certifications are a plus.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain management including warehouse and transportation.
• Expertise in clinical supply chain distribution processes and SRM.
• Architectural role in the distribution organization, with ability to streamline non-value-adding work.
• Excellent communication skills to present to senior leadership.
• Minimum 6+ years in supply chain, distribution, planning, or manufacturing with clinical distribution experience.

Aufgaben

• Oversee and optimize the distribution network (>100k shipments per year) for Roche/Genentech clinical trials.
• Partner with internal stakeholders (Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality) and external partners (3PLs, LSPs).
• Contribute to and execute the network and capabilities strategy; plan new locations and readiness.
• Drive distribution cost optimization (> CHF 50m/year) and standardization of processes with QA.
• Co-create objectives for the global network; foster continuous improvements and self-managed teams.
• Ensure distribution network compliance with GxP and GCP standards.

Kenntnisse

End-to-end SCM

SRM & negotiations

GxP/GCP compliance

Network optimization

Leadership & communication

Ausbildung

BA in supply chain or related field

MS/MBA in business or logistics

APICS/SCOR/Lean certification

Jobbeschreibung

Tasks & 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.

Must Haves:

• 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. (*****)
• 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. (*****)

Beginning of appointment

immediately

Job Area

Canton of Aargau

Contact

Personal Contact Basel AG
Auberg 2
4051 Basel