About Us ten23 health is a human-centric and sustainable strategic partner of choice for the pharmaceutical industry and biotech start-ups for the development, manufacture, and testing of tomorrow’s medicines. We support our clients in developing differentiated, stable, usable, and safe injectable treatments for patients. Your mission Location: Visp (Onsite, 5 days a week) FTE: 100% Language Requirement: German fluency (B2-C1) As our Head of Supply Chain Management, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the end-to-end supply chain. In this role you are responsible for optimizing procurement, production planning, inventory management, and global logistics, ensuring the seamless and compliant delivery of products. You will build a resilient, scalable supply chain that balances cost-efficiency with uncompromising quality and regulatory adherence. Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to : Strategic Leadership & S&OP <ul><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy that aligns with corporate objectives, production targets, and sustainable growth.</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Lead the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, driving seamless alignment across Commercial, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance teams.</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Design and implement robust risk mitigation strategies to safeguard against global supply chain disruptions and critical material shortages.</li></ul>Procurement & Vendor Management <ul><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Oversee strategic sourcing and procurement, negotiating high-value contracts to build sustainable, cost-effective, and reliable supplier relationships.</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Establish strong vendor performance management frameworks, conducting regular audits and business reviews to ensure strict adherence to quality agreements.</li></ul>Logistics & Inventory Control <ul><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Direct global distribution networks, managing complex requirements including cold chain, temperature-controlled shipments, and specialized freight.</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Optimize inventory levels to minimize carrying costs while effectively preventing stockouts of active ingredients, raw materials, and finished goods.</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Oversee warehouse operations, ensuring absolute accuracy in tracking, material flow, and stringent storage condition compliance.</li></ul>Compliance & Quality <ul><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Ensure all supply chain activities rigorously adhere to industry regulations (e.g., cGMP, FDA, EMA) and internal quality standards.</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Partner closely with Quality Assurance to resolve deviations, implement CAPAs, and maintain a perpetual state of audit readiness.</li></ul>Process Optimization & Team Development <ul><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Drive continuous improvement utilizing Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to streamline operations, reduce waste, and improve cycle times.</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Mentor, develop, and lead a high-performing supply chain team, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and empowering workplace culture.</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Champion the integration of advanced technologies (e.g., ERP systems, advanced planning software) to enhance data visibility and forecasting capabilities.</li></ul> Your profile <span style="color:rgb(66,66,66);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);display:inline;">We are looking for a motivated and committed professional who is ready to actively grow with us, combining in-depth technical knowledge with a pronounced cooperative spirit.<br style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><br style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><span style="color:rgb(66,66,66);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);display:inline;">The ideal candidate possesses: <ul><li>Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>10+ years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain management within a highly regulated manufacturing environment (biopharmaceuticals, life sciences, or similar high-compliance sectors).</li><li>Deep understanding of cGMP regulations and international trade/customs compliance.</li><li>Proven expertise in managing temperature-sensitive or highly specialized logistics networks.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in tier-one ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and supply chain planning software.</li><li>APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or equivalent supply chain certification is highly preferred; Lean Six Sigma certification is a strong advantage.</li><li>Ability to anticipate market shifts and proactively adjust supply chain models.</li><li>Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to drive consensus across Production, Quality, and Commercial divisions.</li><li>Data-driven decision-making style, capable of translating complex supply chain metrics into actionable business intelligence.</li><li>Calm and decisive leadership during supply chain disruptions or critical material shortages.</li></ul> Why us? <span style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);display:inline;">We offer a dynamic environment where you can contribute meaningfully, collaborate with exceptional minds, and unlock your full potential.<br style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><span style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);display:inline;"> <br style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><span style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);display:inline;"> Here's what sets ten23 apart:<br style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><ul style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;margin:8px 0px;padding:0px 0px 0px 24px;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><li style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:inherit;list-style-type:disc;margin-bottom:4px;">A valuable and impactful career development opportunity in an inspiring environment</li><li style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:inherit;list-style-type:disc;margin-bottom:4px;">Flexible working arrangements and environment with an open culture and diverse workforce </li><li style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:inherit;list-style-type:disc;margin-bottom:4px;">The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees</li><li style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:inherit;list-style-type:disc;margin-bottom:4px;">Our learning and self-developing culture offers a wide range of training options </li><li style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:inherit;list-style-type:disc;margin-bottom:4px;">Competitive pension fund plan, annual bonus, and other financial and non-financial benefit </li></ul><span style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);display:inline;">At ten23 we believe in self-responsibility and mutual trust. Therefore, we will provide our employees as much flexibility as possible and limit any bureaucracy to a minimum, whilst ensuring compliance with all applicable laws. Contact <span style="color:rgb(66,66,66);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);display:inline;">For more information and clarification, please connect Amrith ([email protected]) from our Talent team!

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