Overview
Siegfried is a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that partners with pharmaceutical customers worldwide. Through its global network of 13 sites, Siegfried delivers innovative solutions—from API production to finished dosage forms—under a single integrated platform.
Role Summary
As Procurement Manager at DINAMIQS, Siegfried’s biotech subsidiary located in Schlieren-Zurich, Switzerland, you will oversee operational procurement for viral vector gene therapy manufacturing. You will coordinate closely with production planning, laboratory teams, and other functional areas to support continuous growth and daily operations.
Responsibilities
* Lead operational procurement activities in coordination with production planning, laboratory teams, and other business areas.
* Execute purchasing of direct and indirect materials to support daily operations, ensuring compliance with internal standards and industry best practices.
* Drive value creation and initiate improvement initiatives to enhance overall productivity.
* Build and maintain productive relationships with key stakeholders to understand business needs and continuously improve cost position year over year.
* Identify cost‑saving opportunities, negotiate with suppliers, and implement appropriate contracts.
* Manage and further develop existing relationships with key suppliers.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field; or equivalent education with relevant experience.
* 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience, preferably in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences.
* Strong understanding of procurement processes, strategies, and pharmaceutical supply chain requirements.
* Solid GMP knowledge and familiarity with regulated procurement environments.
* Proficient in SAP and MS Office.
* Self‑driven working style with strong teamwork and problem‑solving abilities.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Benefits
* Hands‑on experience in strategic and operational purchasing within a leading biotech/CDMO environment.
* Skill development in sourcing, supplier management, and cross‑functional collaboration.
* Collaborative culture that values growth and new ideas.
* Meaningful impact on efficient procurement processes and continuous improvement.
* Flexibility with flexible working hours and a healthy work‑life balance.
* Career insights into modern procurement workflows and future career paths.
Company
Founded in 1873 in Zofingen, Switzerland, Siegfried has grown into a global network of 13 sites across three continents. With more than 3,800 highly skilled professionals, Siegfried takes the innovations of its pharmaceutical customers to industrial scale and manufactures safe drugs for patients worldwide. As a fully integrated CDMO, Siegfried is one of the few organizations that can carry out the development and manufacturing of APIs and finished dosage forms under one roof, making it the most trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry.
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