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Supply Chain & Production Manager (m/f/d)

SkyCell AG
London
3 days ago
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Supply Chain & Production Manager (m/f/d) Supply Chain & Production Manager (m/f/d) Are you a hands-on supply chain professional with a passion for building scalable production operations in a high-tech, fast-moving environment? As Supply Chain & Production Manager within our IoT department, you will take ownership of supplier relationships, sourcing activities, and production coordination for our growing portfolio of connected hardware products. This is a foundational role for our future Supply Chain team, ideal for someone ready to operate independently at first, while helping shape the operational infrastructure for long-term growth.

We're on a mission to revolutionise asset tracking and IoT-enabled logistics, providing cutting-edge solutions that offer unmatched reliability and customer insights. By joining our growing team, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment.

At SkyCell, we're on a mission to change the world by revolutionizing the global supply chain. Our cutting-edge temperature-controlled container solutions are designed to ensure the safe and secure delivery of life-saving pharmaceuticals, with sustainability at the core of everything we do.

We're a fast-growing, purpose-driven scale-up where you'll make an impact, feel empowered, and thrive in a diverse, innovative environment.

Why SkyCell?

Purpose-Driven Work: Make a real difference by contributing to a more sustainable future in global logistics and healthcare
Innovation at Heart: Work with cutting-edge technology and be at the forefront of supply chain innovation
Stronger together: Join a supportive team of talented individuals from over 40 countries, where we work together every step of the way
Growth Opportunities: We believe in investing in our people - continuous learning and development are key pillars of SkyCell
Award-Winning Culture: Join a workplace recognized for its commitment to excellence with a ‘Great Place to work' award, as well as a Platinum Ecovadis rating highlighting our sustainability and employee well-being

What You'll Do:

You'll work cross-functionally with R&D, Product Lifecycle Management, and Operations teams to ensure our products can be delivered at scale - reliably, cost-effectively, and with the quality our customers expect. You will also:

Lead and own global supply chain operations for high-volume IoT products, across multiple SKUs
Coordinate production logistics, lead time management and support fulfilment planning for both customer-facing and internal needs
Support pilot builds and 0-series production, coordinating handover milestones (e.g. EVT/DVT/PVT) in alignment with PLM
Ensure production readiness, including line setup and test processes, aligned with product specifications and resolve issues during ramp-up
Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards across global markets (e.g., CE, FCC, RoHS, REACH)
Monitor supplier performance, including delivery reliability, cost, and product quality, and define corrective actions where needed
Lead contract negotiations and drive cost-down initiatives in collaboration with finance, Product Lifecycle Management, and strategic sourcing stakeholders
Collaborate closely with Product Lifecycle Management, IoT Operations and R&D to ensure design feedback is integrated early in development
Manage supply chain risk and continuity planning, including alternate sourcing, inventory buffers, and mitigation strategies for volatility
Lead the development of supply chain tools, templates, and processes (in particular ERP / SAP integration)
Structure and oversee manufacturing cost control budgeting and controlling

Requirements

What You'll Bring:

University degree in engineering, supply chain, industrial management, or a related field
Prior experience in hardware supply chain, NPI, or production management (ideally in an EMS, IoT, or consumer electronics context)
Solid understanding of contract manufacturing (in Asia), sourcing, and DFM best practices
Experience in supplier negotiation, cost and lead time tracking, and production issue resolution
Familiarity with pilot build and industrialization milestones (EVT/DVT/PVT) is a strong plus
Comfortable operating independently in a cross-functional environment with evolving processes
Experience with ERP systems, procurement workflows, and supply planning tools is an advantage
Willingness to travel occasionally to visit suppliers and production partners
Fluent in English; Chinese, German or French advantageous

Benefits

What's In It For You?

Flexibility & Balance: Flexible working hours and work-life balance allow you to tailor work to fit your life
Recognition & Growth: Opportunities for career advancement in a company that values your contributions
Hybrid Workplace: Modern workspaces (in Zurich, Zug and Hyderabad as well as our Skyhub in Basel) and a remote-friendly culture to inspire collaboration amongst a globally diverse team
Company-wide Events: Join us for company events to celebrate successes, build teams, and share our vision. Plus, new joiners experience SkyWeek, our immersive onboarding program
Generous Maternity & Paternity Leave: Support for new parents with competitive maternity and paternity leave
️ Annual Leave & Bank Holidays: Enjoy a generous annual leave package, plus local bank holidays to recharge and unwind

Ready to Make an Impact?

We're not just offering a job; we're offering a chance to be part of something bigger. At SkyCell, you'll help build a future where pharmaceutical delivery is efficient, sustainable, and transformative.

Stay Connected with SkyCell

Visithttp://www.skycell.chand explore #WeAreSkyCell on LinkedIn

How To Apply

Simply click ‘apply for this job' below! We can't wait to meet you and discuss how you can contribute to our mission! Please note, we are unable to consider applications sent to us via email.

If you have any questions, you can contact our Talent Team ().

SkyCell AG is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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