Location: TN Switzerland · Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement global air freight strategies balancing speed, cost, and reliability to meet changing business needs.
* Lead regular air freight RFIs/RFPs, managing the full procurement lifecycle from market analysis to carrier award.
* Drive negotiations for spot and contract rates, including fuel surcharges and security fees, ensuring competitive Total Cost of Ownership.
* Partner with business to establish robust Supplier Relationship Management frameworks to drive accountability and service excellence with air freight forwarders and integrators.
* Partner with business and logistics teams to secure critical air uplift capacity during peak seasons and product launches to support multi‑channel operations.
* Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of global air cargo trends, geopolitical situation and jet fuel market volatility to provide operational visibility to leadership.
* Proactively identify value‑engineering opportunities, such as air‑to‑sea conversion programs or lane optimization, to drive cost savings.
* Create and maintain standardized reporting to track air spend, weight‑break utilization, and carrier performance against SLAs.
* Provide ad‑hoc procurement support and analysis for critical path shipments or emergency charter requirements when necessary.
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* Strong knowledge of air cargo operations, IATA regulations, and air freight pricing structures.
* Skill to quickly build credibility and trust with external carriers and internal stakeholders through data‑driven recommendations.
* Ability to manage data‑intensive projects and provide root cause analysis for budget variances or service disruptions.
* Capacity to act as a change agent, demonstrating persistence in a fast‑paced and volatile air freight environment.
* Ability to understand cross‑functional impact and interconnected dependencies to drive consensus across global teams.
Qualifications
* A Bachelor’s degree; however, a combination of college education and related work experience may be used as a substitute.
* Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic procurement, category management, or air freight forwarding in a fast‑paced environment.
* Proven track record in Air Freight Experience (AF), working directly within air cargo operations, freight forwarding, or managing air transportation procurement.
* Expert knowledge and proficiency with MS Office applications.
* Proficiency with modern sourcing and procurement tools (e.g., Ariba, Coupa, or similar platforms).
Additional Skills
* Strong demonstrated ability to work independently, manage data‑intensive projects, and engage remote teams.
* Excellent discretion, judgment, tact, and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive commercial negotiations.
* Solid business judgment, including the ability to anticipate the impact of procurement decisions on the global supply chain.
* Must demonstrate an energetic, positive, helpful demeanor and a passion and interest in On Running.
* Experience leveraging AI and automation to streamline processes within a complex, global environment.
Benefits
On offers an environment centered around growth and progress, providing tools for holistic development, including personal self‑care for physical and mental well‑being. It fosters a supportive, team‑oriented atmosphere with access to learning, exploration, and innovation.
On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.
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