Job description
As a Supplier & Procurement Manager, you’ll play a key role in managing our global freight procurement activities, from sourcing and negotiating rates to maintaining accurate pricing data and supporting supplier relationships. Working closely with teams across the business, you’ll use data and market insights to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve procurement processes and ensure we have the right rates and capacity to support our operations. You’ll also help strengthen our reporting and tools, using technology and AI to improve data quality, visibility and efficiency.
📍 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:
Procurement & Data Management: Process procurement activities accurately, maintain data and the RFQ tool, identify special-handling requirements, and implement process improvements and resolutions
RFQs, Rates & Cost Control: Request, analyse and negotiate freight rates across transport modes, support global RFI/RFQ processes, maintain rate cards, and identify cost-saving opportunities
Supplier & Stakeholder Management: Support supplier management and relationship development, maintain required documentation, and contribute to supplier meetings and Quality Business Reviews (QBRs)
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Freight Bill & Audit, Pooling and Pricing teams to resolve billing queries, anticipate volume changes, provide accurate pricing information, and respond to operational requests
Reporting & Continuous Improvement: Support dashboards and data visibility, analyse trends and volumes, and identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, efficiency and supplier performance
Job requirements
What You'll Bring:
2–4 years of experience in procurement, logistics, or freight forwarding
Experience managing and negotiating freight quotations across multiple transport modes
Solid understanding of global RFQ processes, rate management, and supplier coordination
Experience creating, maintaining, and analysing transportation rate cards
Proficiency in procurement tools and systems, including RFQ platforms
Strong Excel and data-analysis skills, with experience supporting cost-optimisation initiatives
Strong AI knowledge how to use different platforms to create tools, dashboards and visuals which will help improving the data quality
Ability to work accurately with large datasets and pricing structures
Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English; additional languages are an advantage
Strong organisational, prioritisation, and multitasking abilities
Ability to work cross-functionally and support global stakeholders in a dynamic environment
What's In It For You?
⚡ Flexibility & Balance: Flexible working hours and work-life balance allow you to tailor work to fit your life.
🌟 Recognition & Growth: Opportunities for career advancement in a company that values your contributions.
🌍 Flexible ways of working: Our global teams work across our offices in Zurich, Zug, Hyderabad and Basel, with a mix of on-site, hybrid and remote working. Role-specific locations and working arrangements are detailed above.
🎉 Company-wide Events: Join us for company events to celebrate successes, build teams, and share our vision. Plus, new joiners experience SkyWeek, our immersive onboarding program.
👶 Generous Maternity & Paternity Leave: Support for new parents with competitive maternity and paternity leave.
🏖️ Annual Leave & Bank Holidays: Enjoy a generous annual leave package, plus local bank holidays to recharge and unwind.
Ready to Make an Impact?
We’re not just offering a job; we’re offering a chance to be part of something bigger. At SkyCell, you’ll help build a future where pharmaceutical delivery is efficient, sustainable, and transformative.
Stay Connected with SkyCell
Visit http://www.skycell.ch and explore #WeAreSkyCell on LinkedIn
How to Apply
Simply click ‘apply for this job’ below! We can’t wait to meet you and discuss how you can contribute to our mission! Please note, we are unable to consider applications sent to us via email.
If you have any questions, you can contact our Talent Team (talent@skycell.ch).
SkyCell AG is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
For this position, if you are not located in, or able to relocate (without sponsorship) to one of the advertised locations, your application cannot be considered.
Requires 2–4 years in procurement, logistics, or freight forwarding; freight rate negotiation across modes; RFQ and rate-card management; strong Excel, data analysis, AI, communication, and negotiation skills.
Key Responsibilities
- managing procurement
- negotiating rates
- managing suppliers
Skills & Tools
RFQ, Microsoft Excel, AI
Job Details
- Category: Supply Chain / Logistics / Procurement
- Seniority: Entry Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — Spain or Portugal or Poland or Zurich or Zug or Hyderabad or Basel
- Languages: English
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Generous parental leave
About SkyCell AG
A global pharmaceutical supply chain company combining temperature-controlled containers, IoT connectivity, software, data, and logistics. — Industry: Transportation and Logistics