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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.\nJob Overview\nThe Procurement Manager is responsible for leading all direct and indirect procurement activities for the site, ensuring uninterrupted material availability, optimized inventory levels, cost competitiveness, supplier performance, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. This role develops and executes procurement strategies that support manufacturing operations, business growth, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Procurement Manager leads a team responsible for direct materials, indirect materials, MRO, capital equipment, services, and contract management while fostering strong supplier partnerships and driving operational excellence across the supply chain. This position serves as the primary escalation point for procurement-related issues and collaborates closely with Operations, Production Planning, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Global Supply Chain team.\nMain Responsibilities\nLead and develop the site's direct and indirect procurement functions to ensure uninterrupted supply, operational excellence, and achievement of business objectives.\nEstablish and execute procurement strategies that optimize cost, quality, service, inventory, and supplier performance while supporting growth and capacity expansion.\nManage and develop procurement team members through coaching, performance management, succession planning, and continuous professional development.\nOversee procurement of direct materials, indirect goods and services, MRO, capital equipment, and contracted services to support manufacturing and business operations.\nEnsure compliance with procurement policies, regulatory requirements, quality standards, and ERP governance while maintaining accurate procurement data and supporting audit readiness.\nBuild and maintain strategic supplier relationships, including supplier performance management, commercial negotiations, risk mitigation, and business review processes.\nDrive cost reduction, spend management, and supplier consolidation initiatives while supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial objectives.\nPartner cross-functionally with Operations, Planning, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Project Management teams to support new product introductions, business continuity, and operational improvement initiatives.\nEnsure compliance with procurement policies, regulatory requirements, quality standards, and ERP governance while maintaining accurate procurement data and supporting audit readiness.\nSkills and Qualification\nBachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.\n7+ years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.\nStrong supplier relationship management and negotiation experience, with a demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.\nExperience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\nStrong project management and continuous improvement mindset.\nExperience within the medical device, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.\nPeople management experience within procurement, supply chain management, or operations\nExperience working within FDA, GMP, and ISO 13485 regulated environments.\nAPICS CPIM, CSCP, CPSM, or equivalent professional certification.\nExperience leading supplier development and strategic sourcing programs.\nWe Offer\nCompetitive compensation package\nModern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies\nChallenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry\nPosition in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals\nVarious opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization\nPlease note that SHL is a drug free employer. 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