Senior Supply Chain Manager

Aktiia is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Supply Chain Manager to oversee and optimize our end-to-end supply chain operations.

We're looking for a strategic, and driven leader to optimize our end-to-end supply chain — from procurement and manufacturing to inventory control and logistics. In this high-impact role, you’ll have the opportunity to shape our supply chain strategy and enhance efficiency in a fast-paced cutting-edge environment.

As a Senior Supply Chain Manager at Aktiia, you’ll collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to create cost-effective and streamlined supply chain processes, ensuring we deliver excellence at every step. If you thrive in a role that combines strategy, execution, and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement the overall supply chain strategy to support business objectives.

• Collaborate closely with Finance, Marketing & Sales, Engineering, Quality, and Customer Service teams to align supply chain activities with company goals.
• Oversee manufacturing operations from procurement to batch release, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Supervise production planning to ensure timely fulfillment of schedules.
• Identify and support cost improvement initiatives while maintaining quality standards.
• Control product quality to ensure finished goods meet or exceed company standards.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturing teams, distributors, and third-party logistics (3PL) providers.
• Ensure a smooth and efficient flow of goods, including inbound transportation, warehousing, and outbound transportation.
• Work with freight forwarders and transportation companies to determine the best routes and rates for shipments.
• Monitor inventory levels across multiple warehouses and ensure optimal stock availability.
• Manage all activities from demand forecasting and order placement to product delivery and returns.
• Identify process bottlenecks, optimize procedures, and implement timely solutions.
• Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and supply chain documentation.
• Track internal change controls, deviations, and corrective actions in accordance with company processes.
• Implement key performance metrics to track and enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Lead a team of 2-3 people and report to the Leadership Team.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a senior supply chain leadership role in supply chain, procurement, or manufacturing management.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for data analysis and reporting.
• Previous experience in medical device development, industrialization, and manufacturing in compliance with ISO 13485 is a plus.
• Strong ability to collaborate within a cross-functional and international team environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of management.
• High sense of ownership, responsibility, and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Team player with assertiveness and a strong commitment to meeting milestones and deadlines.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Chinese is a plus.
• Located in Switzerland.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package

• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Dynamic and fast-paced work environment
• International travel (10% of time)