On behalf of our client, a leading international organisation operating within a highly regulated, project-driven industrial environment, Swisslinx is seeking an experienced Lead Expeditor to join their team on a 12 month contract basis starting in June.
Lead Expeditor
Job description:
- Monitor and maintain material and package reporting within project procurement systems
- Ensure on-time delivery (OTD) performance for assigned packages, in line with defined KPIs
- Track and follow up on supplier progress, including timely receipt of Monthly Progress Reports (MPRs)
- Proactively identify and escalate potential delays or risks to stakeholders
- Coordinate expediting activities with internal teams and external partners
- Prepare and share weekly expediting updates and intervention plans
- Support order management processes, including expediting-related invoice handling
- Contribute to departmental reporting and performance tracking (MIS reporting)
About the customer:
In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely delivery of materials and services across multiple project packages. You will act as a key link between suppliers, procurement, and project stakeholders, ensuring that all expediting activities are executed efficiently and in line with project timelines.
Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in expediting, supply chain, procurement, or project coordination
- Previous experience in CAPEX, construction, engineering, or industrial project environments is highly desirable
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Proactive and solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with reporting, data analysis, and KPI tracking is an advantage
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Compensation benefits:
Please note interviews would be conducted via video call, however the role is based 100% in Switzerland.
Our client offers:
- Home office 40%
- The opportunity to work in a diverse and international environment on a long-term basis (12 month contract with strong chance of extension)
- Modern location in Visp (1 hour direct train from Bern/90 minutes from Lausanne) or Stein (30 minutes direct train from Basel/Zurich)
Are you interested to work in an international environment in one of the most recognised medical devices brands worldwide? We look forward to receiving your full application.