Director Global Procurement

About the company

SHL Medical is a world-leading provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced self-injection devices. With a global team of 6,000 employees, we partner with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to deliver innovative autoinjectors, pen injectors, and other drug delivery systems that ensure effective treatment for patients. Headquartered in Switzerland since 2018, with key operations in Sweden, Taiwan, and the US, we are united by a commitment to innovation, impact, and growth. Together, we empower our people to develop solutions that make a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of patients while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic workplace for our colleagues.

Job Overview

As part of the Global Supply Chain Organization, this role is pivotal in managing a significant global third-party spend and optimizing our End-to-End (E2E) value chain. Responsibilities include strategic sourcing, operational procurement, and material planning for direct materials, indirect services, and capex. This strategic leadership role demands a visionary leader with strong execution capabilities, able to unify global procurement efforts, enhance efficiency, and collaborate effectively with key stakeholders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Procurement Leadership: Manage global procurement processes to optimize costs and ensure supply chain efficiency across direct materials, indirect services, and capital expenditure.
• Team Leadership & Development: Directly lead a team of 5 procurement professionals and indirectly lead team of 40+ professionals, fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture through mentorship and coaching.
• Supplier Management: Expand and optimize supplier portfolios to drive cost reductions, innovation, and supply security, while maintaining quality standards.Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement international material group strategies aligned with business goals and market trends.
• Spend Optimization: Oversee multi-hundred-million USD in annual spend, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or compliance.
• Collaboration: Partner with manufacturing, R&D, and finance to align procurement with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Contract Negotiations: Lead global supplier negotiations to secure value-based agreements and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Drive process innovation and operational efficiencies to enhance procurement performance and service quality.

Minimum requirements:

• 15+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or sourcing roles in highly regulated and technical industries (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceuticals, automotive).
• Proven track record in global procurement management, including strategic sourcing, operational procurement, and vendor management.
• Leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to manage large teams and drive performance in a global, cross-functional environment.
• Strong leadership skills: A natural leader with strong social and intercultural competencies. Able to inspire and motivate a diverse team while maintaining high performance and engagement.
• Excellent negotiation skills with experience in managing high-stake supplier negotiations.
• Strong strategic vision with a focus on execution and results.
• Entrepreneurial mindset: A high level of initiative, adaptability, and a hands-on approach to solving complex problems.
• Full Proficiency in English.

Preferred requirements:

• University Degree in Business, Commerce, Engineering, Science or related field
• German and/or Mandarin

We Offer

• A company culture Focusing on our Customers, Operating with Ethics and Integrity, Driving Simplicity, Learning, Improving & Delivering Together.
• A multicultural team and modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies.
• Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry.
• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization.
• Flexible hours and hybrid working policy.
• Centrally located office in Zug, very close to the train station.

Interested in joining SHL Medical and in supporting us with your expertise and personality? Then we look forward to receiving your application including your CV, motivation letter, and all other relevant documents.

For more information on SHL Medical, please visit: shl-medical.com

Please note: We do not accept applicatons from recruitment agencies for this role.