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
1. Plan and implement the overall supply chain strategy to support business objectives
2. Collaborate closely with Finance, Marketing & Sales, Engineering, Quality, and Customer Service teams to align supply chain activities with company goals
3. Oversee manufacturing operations from procurement to batch release, ensuring efficiency and compliance
4. Supervise production planning to ensure timely fulfillment of schedules
5. Identify and support cost improvement initiatives while maintaining quality standards
6. Control product quality to ensure finished goods meet or exceed company standards
7. Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturing teams, distributors, and third-party logistics (3PL) providers
8. Ensure a smooth and efficient flow of goods, including inbound transportation, warehousing, and outbound transportation
9. Work with freight forwarders and transportation companies to determine the best routes and rates for shipments
10. Monitor inventory levels across multiple warehouses and ensure optimal stock availability
11. Manage all activities from demand forecasting and order placement to product delivery and returns
12. Identify process bottlenecks, optimize procedures, and implement timely solutions
13. Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and supply chain documentation
14. Track internal change controls, deviations, and corrective actions in accordance with company processes
15. Implement key performance metrics to track and enhance supply chain efficiency
16. Lead a team of 2-3 people and report to the Leadership Team
Requirements
Required Qualifications & Experience
1. Master's degree in Engineering or a related field
2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain management, industrial engineering, or operations management
3. Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and best practices
4. Previous experience in medical device development, industrialization, and manufacturing in compliance with ISO 13485 is a plus
5. Strong ability to collaborate within a cross-functional and international team environment
6. Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of management
7. High sense of ownership, responsibility, and entrepreneurial mindset
8. Team player with assertiveness and a strong commitment to meeting milestones and deadlines
9. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for data analysis and reporting
10. Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Chinese is a plus
11. Located in Europe
Benefits
What we offer
1. Competitive compensation package
2. Opportunities for professional growth and development
3. Dynamic and fast-paced work environment
4. International travel (10% of time)
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