Global Supplier & Warehouse Procurement Manager

We are seeking a proactive and commercially driven Global Supplier and Warehouse Procurement Manager to oversee our global supplier network and support the continued growth of our operations. This role combines strategic sourcing, supplier management, and operational coordination across warehouse and logistics services, ensuring cost-efficiency, scalability, and high service quality across the supply chain.

📍 Location: We are open to candidates based anywhere within Spain, Portugal and Poland, with remote working available within these countries.

Founded in Switzerland in 2012, SkyCell is transforming global pharmaceutical supply chains through a combination of advanced temperature-controlled containers, IoT connectivity, and digital solutions.

Our integrated product ecosystem helps leading pharmaceutical companies reduce risk, improve operational efficiency, and ensure the safe delivery of life-saving medicines worldwide.

Today, SkyCell operates at the intersection of hardware, software, data, and logistics - combining Swiss engineering excellence with a growing digital platform to shape the future of connected pharma supply chains.

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:

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of global logistics service providers (LSPs), including sourcing, onboarding, performance management, and contract termination

• Identify and source new warehouse facilities and logistics partners aligned with business growth and operational requirements

• Lead RFIs/RFQs, rate negotiations, and annual re-negotiations to ensure cost-efficiency, service quality, and supply security

• Develop and manage supplier contracts, pricing structures, and procurement frameworks in line with company policies and regulatory requirements

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, monitoring performance (e.g. QBRs), KPIs, and cost savings, and implementing corrective actions where needed

• Coordinate the setup and implementation of new service centres, distribution hubs, and logistics operations globally, including ramp-up and ramp-down planning

• Standardise and optimise procurement processes, tools, and documentation, contributing to digitalisation and continuous improvement initiatives

• Act as a key cross-functional partner, aligning procurement activities with business forecasts, operations, maintenance, and development projects

• Support warehouse and supply chain process improvements to enhance efficiency, scalability, and operational performance

• Manage procurement-related administration, including rate uploads, invoice and claims resolution, and infrastructure coordination (e.g. hardware, temperature mapping)

• Serve as an escalation point for operational and structural issues across warehouse and logistics networks