Global Director Supply Chain

As Global Director Supply Chain, you will lead Emsere’s global end-to-end supply chain organization and drive operational excellence across our international operations. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will translate business strategy into scalable operational solutions that support our customers, clinical trials and future growth.

In this role, you will lead Emsere’s global supply chain activities, including operations, procurement, transportation, inventory management and third-party logistics.

Your responsibilities include:

Leading the Global Supply Chain Organization

• Lead and develop the global supply chain leadership team, including Regional Operations Managers and Global Managers for Product & Procurement and Transport.
• Set clear objectives, support capability development and create an environment where teams can perform and grow.
• Ensure alignment between global priorities and regional execution.

Driving Operational Excellence

• Improve operational performance across warehousing, fulfillment, logistics, procurement and related operational processes.
• Develop and implement standardized ways of working while considering regional requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, customer experience and cost effectiveness.

Executing Supply Chain Strategy

• Translate strategic objectives into practical roadmaps, priorities and measurable KPIs.
• Provide input into supply chain development, capacity planning and future operational needs.
• Ensure operational readiness for new customers, studies and business initiatives.

Managing Procurement, Logistics and Suppliers

• Oversee procurement strategy execution, supplier performance and product lifecycle management.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships, contracts and service level expectations.
• Ensure effective transportation operations and strong partnerships with carriers and third-party logistics providers.

Optimizing Inventory and Financial Performance

• Ensure effective inventory planning, replenishment and asset utilization.
• Balance inventory investment with the service levels required to support clinical trials.
• Own the global supply chain budget and drive improvements in productivity, cost efficiency and working capital.

Ensuring Compliance and Continuous Improvement

• Ensure operations comply with relevant quality standards and regulatory requirements, including ISO 9001, ISO 13485 and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Identify operational risks and implement appropriate mitigation plans.
• Support digitalization, automation and improvements in supply chain visibility and reporting.

You are an experienced supply chain leader with a strong operational background and the ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

You have:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of international supply chain management experience.
• 5+ years of experience leading managers in a multinational environment.
• Experience managing global operations, procurement, transportation, warehousing and supplier relationships.
• A track record of improving operational performance and leading change initiatives.
• Strong financial understanding, including experience with budgets, CAPEX and working capital.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 13485 and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English.

Certifications such as APICS CSCP, CPIM, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt or equivalent are considered an advantage.