Head of Site Logistics & Projects Visp

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Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection. With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers' success. As Head of Site Logistics & Projects in Visp , you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of Arxada's site supply chain and logistics activities. Combining logistics expertise with strong IT and systems know‑how, you will lead site‑level logistics operations while owning and shaping key digital and SAP‑enabled processes across the NCE organization. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on daily site performance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement in a highly collaborative manufacturing environment. Essential Job Functions: Lead and optimize all site logistics and supply chain‑logistics activities to ensure reliable daily site operations. Own and manage critical system interfaces, including SAP warehouse management, hand scanner applications, and warehouse automation tools. Act as the site interface between Arxada and external partners for SAP data exchange, ensuring data accuracy and operational continuity. Drive inventory accuracy through reconciliations, adjustments, and the execution of the annual stock count in collaboration with Finance and auditors. Serve as NCE‑wide process owner for selected logistics and digital solutions, driving standardization and continuous improvement. Partner closely with Supply Chain, Site Operations, and IT stakeholders to identify opportunities, support investments, and deliver sustainable solutions. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, IT, or a related field. Solid experience (5+ years) in site logistics and supply chain operations within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Strong hands‑on experience with SAP logistics modules (e.g. MM, WM; additional modules like MM, MRP, PP/DS, WM, and IBP are an advantage) . Ability to learn complex, customized SAP applications. Proven ability to work in a fast‑paced, complex environment and collaborate effectively across functions and seniority levels. Ability to influence both Supply Chain and Site leadership to support investment as needed. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to present ideas in a clear and concise manner. Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas: Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection. Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications. Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CH15