Medartis AG
Basel
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Head of Supply Chain Management 100%
- 10 March 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Basel
Job summary
Join Medartis as the Head of Supply Chain Management, leading operations! Enjoy a dynamic work environment focused on quality and service.
Tasks
- Create and implement the Supply Chain vision and strategy effectively.
- Lead a team of 70, overseeing key supply chain functions and performance.
- Drive continuous improvement and digitalization in supply chain processes.
Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's in Business or Engineering; 5+ years of leadership experience.
- Fluency in German and English with proven leadership skills.
- Strong customer orientation and excellent communication abilities.
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About the job
Ready to lead and shape our end to end Supply Chain operations across our Basel (Switzerland) and Umkirch (Germany) sites? In this pivotal role, you will carry overall responsibility for approximately 70 employees and oversee key functions including Operational Procurement, Global Supply Planning, Global S&OP, Warehouse Management, Sets Build, as well as Customs & Events Logistics as
Head of Supply Chain Management 100%
Your responsibilities
- Create and implement the Supply Chain Management vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of quality, delivery, and cost targets
- Make proposals to develop the distribution network policies and strategy, and for the implementation of new and advanced technologies (including digitalization)
- Implement a customer focused operational culture delivering world class customer service levels
- Set department objectives and monitor ongoing progress and performance for inventory turns for Basel and globally, OTIF (Basel and Global), warehousing and freight costs
- Manage performance through a set of standard KPIs and ensure timely corrective actions to mitigate risks and develop opportunities
- Lead, develop and implement variable cost productivity programs across all areas of responsibility
- Support project management to cross functional activity required for project execution
- Foster a culture with high compliance standard for safety and quality, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement
- Maintain an SAP business owners team to support Basel and all other locations globally for warehousing and supply planning processes
- Ensure proper implementation and development of SAP in own area of responsibility
- Develop further systems and processes and adapt digitalization wherever needed
- Foster high Engagement in the team by leading according the Medartis values
- Provide leadership to departments under control and coach, mentor and develop direct reports and manage a high performing team that delivers continuous improvement, added value and cost reductions
- Responsible for developing the appropriate organizational structure, resource plans and culture to support the business objectives and customer deliverables
- Ensure proper planning of resources to meet business objectives
- Responsibility for managing costs according to budget for SCM cost centers
Your qualifications
- Bachelor or Master of Science in Business economics or Engineering
- Minimum 5 years of business experience in a leadership position
- Relevant experience in different areas of Supply Chain Management (Supply Planning, Warehousing, Network design, Materials Management)
- Fluent in German and English
- SAP knowledge requested, implementation of a new ERP preferred
- Strong customer orientation
- Proven leadership and management skills with the ability to optimize team performance and development
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
- Results oriented with ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines
What we offerThis is an integral, responsible and diversified role with a focus on quality and service provision in a rapidly growing, international company. We look forward to receiving your complete application.
About MedartisMedartis is a leading medical device manufacturer specializing in high-precision implants for the surgical fixation of bone fractures, fusions, and osteotomies. Our motto of "Precision in Fixation" is our commitment to innovative development and stringent quality standards with the goal of improving the patient's quality of life.
For further information please visit our Website www.medartis.com.
We look forward to receiving your complete online application.
We look forward to receiving your complete online application.
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