Head of Supply Chain
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Description
You will report to the VP of Operations and oversee procurement, planning, logistics, and inventory management. You will lead electronic-component sourcing, supplier relationships, contracts, supply-risk mitigation, and cost optimization. You will establish and run the S&OP process, implement and optimize an ERP system, manage global logistics and customs compliance, and lead a supply chain and purchasing team.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic purchasing for electronic components, including semiconductors, PCBs, and passives
- Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, mitigate supply continuity risks, and optimize costs
- Establish, mature, and lead the S&OP process across sales, operations, and finance
- Implement and integrate an ERP system within the supply chain function
- Map workflows, standardize master data, and improve inventory visibility and operational efficiency
- Oversee global logistics, warehousing, customs compliance, and inventory control
- Lead, mentor, and build the supply chain and purchasing team
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
- 8+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience in hardware, electronics manufacturing, or high-tech equipment manufacturing
- 5+ years of operational and strategic procurement experience
- Hands-on experience in electronic component procurement, global vendor management, and component lifecycle management
- Track record of implementing, migrating, or scaling an enterprise ERP system
- Experience designing and running an enterprise S&OP cycle
- Native or fluent written and spoken English and French
- Leadership, communication, vision-setting, change-management, and travel availability
Benefits
- 25 vacation days per year plus public holidays
- Up to 5 additional seniority-based days off
- Accident insurance covering medical treatments and hospitalization
- Flexible schedules
- Remote work up to 2 days per week
- Discounts on gym memberships and sports events
- Swibeco discounts and rewards
- Team events
