[Hiring] Global Supplier & Warehouse Procurement Manager @SkyCell AG

Role Description

We are seeking a proactive and commercially driven Global Supplier and Warehouse Procurement Manager to oversee our global supplier network and support the continued growth of our operations. This role combines strategic sourcing, supplier management, and operational coordination across warehouse and logistics services, ensuring cost-efficiency, scalability, and high service quality across the supply chain.

Location: We are open to candidates based anywhere within Spain, Portugal and Poland, with remote working available within these countries.

What You'll Do:

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of global logistics service providers (LSPs), including sourcing, onboarding, performance management, and contract termination.
• Identify and source new warehouse facilities and logistics partners aligned with business growth and operational requirements.
• Lead RFIs/RFQs, rate negotiations, and annual re-negotiations to ensure cost-efficiency, service quality, and supply security.
• Develop and manage supplier contracts, pricing structures, and procurement frameworks in line with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, monitoring performance (e.g. QBRs), KPIs, and cost savings, and implementing corrective actions where needed.
• Coordinate the setup and implementation of new service centres, distribution hubs, and logistics operations globally, including ramp-up and ramp-down planning.
• Standardise and optimise procurement processes, tools, and documentation, contributing to digitalisation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as a key cross-functional partner, aligning procurement activities with business forecasts, operations, maintenance, and development projects.
• Support warehouse and supply chain process improvements to enhance efficiency, scalability, and operational performance.
• Manage procurement-related administration, including rate uploads, invoice and claims resolution, and infrastructure coordination (e.g. hardware, temperature mapping).
• Serve as an escalation point for operational and structural issues across warehouse and logistics networks.

What You'll Bring:

• Experience in supplier management and strategic procurement.
• Solid knowledge of pharma regulatory requirements (GDP, GMP) and cold chain logistics standards.
• Strong tender management, contract and pricing negotiations and supplier performance management skills.
• Deep knowledge of supply chain/logistics processes and procurement best practices.
• Experience working in a multinational organization and with international partners.
• Ability to analyse data and make decisions based on cost, risk, and company needs.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills; able to work closely with internal stakeholders.
• Hands-on mentality with strong process orientation.
• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.

What's In It For You?

• ⚡ Flexibility & Balance: Flexible working hours and work-life balance allow you to tailor work to fit your life.
• 🌟 Recognition & Growth: Opportunities for career advancement in a company that values your contributions.
• 🌍 Flexible ways of working: Our global teams work across our offices in Zurich, Zug, Hyderabad and Basel, with a mix of on-site, hybrid and remote working.
• 🎉 Company-wide Events: Join us for company events to celebrate successes, build teams, and share our vision. Plus, new joiners experience SkyWeek, our immersive onboarding program.
• 👶 Generous Maternity & Paternity Leave: Support for new parents with competitive maternity and paternity leave.
• 🏖️ Annual Leave & Bank Holidays: Enjoy a generous annual leave package, plus local bank holidays to recharge and unwind.

How to Apply

Simply click ‘apply for this job’ below! We can’t wait to meet you and discuss how you can contribute to our mission! Please note, we are unable to consider applications sent to us via email.

If you have any questions, you can contact our Talent Team ([email protected]).

Equal Opportunity Employer

SkyCell AG is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.