VP Global Head of Supply Chain (m/f/d)

We have a clear commitment: putting best-possible solutions in the hands of medical professionals, enabling them to find the right answer to the challenge they face. Fresenius Kabi is a driver of healthcare for the coming decade. We truly live diversity and value different backgrounds and motivations.

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Over 300,000 people across the globe work at Fresenius to provide better ever medicine for ever more people. Our independent business segments Fresenius Medical Care, Fresenius Kabi, Fresenius Helios and Fresenius Vamed offer a wide spectrum of products and services in the health sector. We offer you the opportunity to make a difference with your career – and to become part of our impressive growth story.

Job Summary
As VP Global Head of Supply Chain (m/f/d), you will lead the end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution for our Business Unit Biopharma in TechOps. You ensure reliable, compliant, and cost‑effective delivery of biosimilars to patients worldwide. In this critical leadership role, you shape a resilient, scalable global supply network across internal and external partners.

This position can be based in Switzerland, Austria or Germany.

• Define and execute the global supply chain strategy for biosimilars across DS, DP and finished products
• Lead integrated business planning (IBP / S&OP) and translate strategy into actionable supply plans
• Ensure reliable supply by managing internal manufacturing sites and external CMO partnerships
• Drive demand, capacity, and inventory planning across a complex global network
• Secure launch readiness and lead lifecycle supply management, including tech transfers and product changes
• Oversee logistics, distribution, and cold-chain operations to ensure high service levels
• Manage supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies for capacity and sourcing constraints
• Drive financial performance through cost optimization, inventory management, and KPI governance
• Build and lead a high-performing global supply chain organization
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Commercial, and Finance

• University degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Life Sciences, or related field (MBA preferred)
• Extensive experience (typically 15+ years) in relevant leadership roles within supply chain or manufacturing in biopharma, biotech, or biologics
• Proven track record in leading end-to-end global supply chains, including internal production and CMOs
• Deep understanding of biologics manufacturing and supply processes (DS/DP/FP), including quality and regulatory requirements
• Strong expertise in IBP/S&OP, demand planning, and supply risk management
• Experience managing complex global matrix organizations and influencing senior stakeholders
• Strong analytical, strategic, and financial acumen (COGS, working capital, inventory)
• Strong resilience, adaptability, and flexibility to navigate ambiguity, manage change, and lead effectively in dynamic, fast-paced global environments
• Leadership experience with a clear ability to develop effective teams
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus)

Drive the future of Biopharma — become part of #futurefresenius and apply now via our online portal!

Your contact
Elisabeth Gherlone
Fresenius Kabi SwissBioSim GmbH
Eysins; Bad Homburg; Graz
Reference number R-01024135

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