Network and Capability Manager

Network and Capability Manager: supply chain / distribution /Planning / Clinical Operations / APICS / SCOR / Operational Excellence / Gxp / Six Sigma /English

Background:

A healthier future is what drives continuous innovation and the advancement of science, ensuring equitable access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Creating a world where everyone has more time with the people they love defines the core purpose of Roche.

The Clinical Distribution organization is dedicated to cost-effectively ensuring that the right product is in the right place at the right time-every time-guaranteeing that no patient goes without treatment and no clinical trial is delayed. Operating within an agile organizational structure, the global Network & Capabilities Chapter is jointly accountable for all elements of clinical supply chain distribution across the global Roche/Genentech portfolio of over 500 clinical studies.

This team establishes and maintains the logistics framework required to enable optimized, highly reliable distribution-encompassing more than 100,000 shipments annually across 130+ countries-by leveraging industry-leading clinical distribution strategies, processes, and systems. The Senior Network & Capabilities Manager plays a key role in managing a distribution network of over 23 warehouses and depots, overseeing an annual spend exceeding CHF 50 million, and driving organizational readiness toward our North Star: Delivering to all patients worldwide within one day, CO2 neutral.

The Perfect Candidate:

The ideal candidate is a seasoned supply chain professional with extensive senior-level experience in global clinical logistics and network optimization. You bring deep expertise in managing complex, multi-site distribution networks and large-scale operational budgets in a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment. Thriving in agile structures, you demonstrate strong strategic vision, cross-functional leadership, and a track record of driving process improvements that balance operational excellence, cost efficiency, and ambitious sustainability targets.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• You are responsible for overseeing and optimizing the distribution network (>100k shipments per year) to enable timely, reliable and efficient delivery for all global Roche/Genentech clinical trials. Therefore you partner closely with internal stakeholders (Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality), customers (Clinical Operations) and external partners (3PLs, LSPs, etc.)
• You contribute and execute the network & capabilities chapter strategy, aligning with the overall distribution strategy. This incl. future network and capability readiness, build up of new locations, and a strong emphasis on Supplier Relationship Management (SRM).
• You oversee, manage and optimize distribution costs and spend (>50m CHF/year).
• You drive best practices, standardization, and optimization of distribution network processes in collaboration with Business Capability Leads (BCLs), QA ensuring supply chain reliability.
• You co-create and execute objectives for the global network & capabilities chapter, enabling continuous improvements and cultural transition towards a self-managed team and organization.
• You ensure the overall compliance of the distribution network according to GxP and GCP standards.

Must Haves:

• You hold a degree (BA, MS, MBA) in a technical, business, or supply chain field or possess relevant experience; certifications like APICS, SCOR, Operational Excellence, Six Sigma, or Lean training are a plus.
• You have a strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain management, including warehouse and transportation management, logistics, and regulatory requirements for clinical trials.
• You bring relevant GXP experience
• You possess excellent knowledge of clinical supply chain distribution processes, Supplier Relationship management incl. negotiations & industry best practices, and the tools and systems needed to enable operational excellence.
• You act as an architect and catalyst in the distribution organization, taking smart risks and streamlining or stopping non-value-adding work.
• You bring excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues and convey key messages effectively to senior leadership.
• You have (min. 6 years) 10+ years of operational experience in supply chain, distribution, planning, and/or manufacturing, with significant expertise in clinical supply chain (distribution) management.

Referenz Nr.: 925240
Rolle: Network and Capability Manager
Industrie: Pharma
Arbeitsort: Kaiseraugst
Pensum: 100%
Start Datum: ASAP(01.01.2027)
Dauer: 12++ Months with a possibility of extension
Bewerbungsfrist: 24/09/2026

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