Head of Supply Chain / Purchasing

The Aristo Group is a project and personnel consulting firm specializing in the life sciences industry. Our goal is to find the perfect match for our clients and candidates. We are currently seeking a Head of Supply Chain / Purchasing (f/m/d) for a life sciences company in Europe to start as soon as possible.

Position title: Head of Supply Chain / Purchasing (f/m/d)

Employment period: permanent

Industry: Medical Devices

Salary: tbd

Skills: operational and strategic procurement, international logistics

Ideal start date: tbd

Location: tbd

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Head of Supply Chain / Purchasing to build and lead a high-performing team across three locations.

The ideal candidate will be hands-on and forward-thinking, with deep experience in both operational and strategic procurement, international logistics, and cross-functional leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a growing team (initially 2 direct reports) across three sites
• Build and optimize supply chain and procurement processes and structures
• Act as main point of contact for internal departments (production, sales, finance, etc.)
• Oversee and improve international logistics, customs, and export/import compliance
• Implement and manage Category Management strategies
• Drive both strategic and operational purchasing.
• Manage and expand supplier relationships.
• Negotiate contracts with new and existing suppliers.
• Ensure supply chain efficiency and cost control while maintaining high quality standards.

Requirements:

• Proven leadership experience in Supply Chain and Purchasing.
• Strong background in customs and foreign trade.
• Hands-on mentality with ability to implement from scratch.
• Expertise in both strategic and operational procurement.
• Solid knowledge in Category Management.
• Strong negotiation skills and supplier management.
• Fluency in English, German and/ or Slovenien.
• Experience in multi-site coordination is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.