Supply Chain Assistant

Sigma Suisse; Lausanne; On-site; CHF 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigma Suisse is seeking a Supply Chain Assistant in Lausanne to support daily purchasing, logistics, deliveries and inventory activities in a MedTech setting.

You will ensure materials and equipment are ordered, tracked and delivered efficiently to internal teams and external partners, working closely with the Supply Chain and Procurement teams.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics or similar operational environment.
• Experience with ERP systems for purchase orders, inventory or logistics transactions.
• SAGE X3 experience is an advantage.
• French and English at B2 level or above.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and follow up purchase orders from order placement through to delivery.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, including transport arrangements and shipments docs.
• Organize deliveries of equipment and materials to partners in Switzerland and abroad.
• Monitor order confirmations, delivery dates, quantities and outstanding orders.
• Enter and update purchasing, logistics and inventory in the ERP system.
• Support goods receipt, inventory management and stock reconciliation.
• Ensure accurate documentation and traceability of supply chain activities.
• Follow up on delays and delivery issues with stakeholders.
• Liaise daily with suppliers, logistics providers and internal teams.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Commercial/technical/vocational qualification in related field

Tools

ERP system

SAGE X3

Job description

For an international company operating in the MedTech sector, we are looking for a Supply Chain Assistant to join the team in Lausanne.

In this role, you will support the daily management of purchasing, logistics, deliveries and inventory activities. You will ensure that materials, equipment and supplies are ordered, tracked and delivered efficiently to internal teams and external partners.

Working closely with the Supply Chain and Procurement team, you will progressively take responsibility for a range of operational activities and contribute to the smooth running of the supply chain.

Your responsibilities

• Manage and follow up purchase orders from order placement through to delivery.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, including transport arrangements and shipping documentation.
• Organize deliveries of equipment and materials to partners in Switzerland and abroad.
• Monitor order confirmations, delivery dates, quantities and outstanding orders.
• Enter and update purchasing, logistics and inventory information in the company’s ERP system.
• Support goods receipt, inventory management and stock reconciliation.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date documentation and traceability of supply chain activities.
• Follow up on delays, discrepancies or delivery issues and coordinate their resolution with the relevant stakeholders.
• Liaise with suppliers, logistics providers and internal teams on a daily basis.
• Contribute to the improvement and standardization of operational supply chain processes.

Your profile

• Commercial, technical or vocational qualification; additional training in Supply Chain, Logistics or Procurement is an advantage.
• At least 1–2 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, purchasing or a similar operational environment.
• Proven experience working with an ERP system, particularly for purchase orders, inventory or logistics transactions.
• Previous experience with SAGE X3 is an advantage, but not essential.
• French and English at B2 level or above.
• Good command of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable managing several tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Proactive, reliable and hands-on approach.
• Good communication and follow-up skills.
• Experience in MedTech, healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotech, manufacturing or another regulated environment would be an advantage.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small international team.
• Willingness to work regularly on-site in Lausanne.