Supply Chain Sourcing Leader

Do you have hands-on experience in supply chain sourcing within the medtech or biotech industry? Are you skilled in negotiation and contract management, with a track record of driving value and building strong supplier relationships?

If this sounds like you and you are driven by purpose, join the SOPHiA GENETICS Supply Chain Team as a Supply Chain Sourcing Leader, and enable us to make a positive impact on the outcomes for cancer and rare disease patients worldwide.

This role is a hybrid opportunity, requiring 3 days onsite our corporate office in Rolle, CH.

Our Mission

We believe there is a smarter, more data-driven way to make decisions in healthcare and our cloud-native AI powered SOPHiA DDM Platform makes that vision a reality on a daily basis. You will have direct input to our mission to democratize data-driven medicine for the ultimate benefit of cancer and rare disease patients across the globe.

Your Mission 

Reporting to the Senior Director of Supply Chain, you will be responsible for driving strategic sourcing, managing cross-functional projects, and optimizing supply chain processes. You will oversee supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, ensure compliance, and collaborate across departments to support efficient, reliable operations.

The value you add:

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement 

• Develop, implement, and execute sourcing strategies for all DNA capture kit components. 
• Manage a growing and complex supplier base, ensuring security of supply, cost optimization, and compliance with regulatory standards (ISO 13485, FDA, GMP). 
• Conduct negotiations to secure favorable commercial terms while building long-term strategic partnerships. 

Supplier Relationship Management 

• Lead Supplier Operating Procedures (SOPs) and drive alignment with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Conduct regular Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with global suppliers to assess performance, quality, and risk management. 
• Monitor and manage supplier KPIs, ensuring delivery reliability, quality compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

Risk & Compliance Management 

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to raw materials and critical consumables. 
• Ensure all sourcing activities comply with ethical, regulatory, and sustainability standards. 
• Develop contingency plans to secure supply continuity and resilience. 

Operational Excellence 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Planning) to anticipate demand and integrate new products into the supply base. 
• Support new product introductions (NPIs) by sourcing qualified materials and onboarding new suppliers. 
• Leverage digital procurement tools and data-driven analysis to drive efficiency and process improvements. 

We know that every background is different, but to be best set for success we see you bringing:

• 10 years of experience in supply chain sourcing, procurement, or related functions, preferably within medtech, biotech or a regulated environment.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills, with proven experience managing supplier relationships and driving value.
• Advanced degree in Business Management, Administration, or a related field; a Master’s is a plus.
• Professional proficiency in English and French.
• Solid experience with ERP systems and Microsoft 365 Suite; familiarity with Lean/Six Sigma and project management methodologies is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements.
• Conscientious, rigorous, and detail-oriented with strong analytical and data consolidation skills.
• Collaborative, curious, and able to challenge the status quo to drive continuous improvement.
• Able to travel up to 20% of the year.
  

As an international organization, English is our primary business language and you will need to bring full fluency in English. As part of your recruitment journey, you should expect to meet English-only speakers, so for best chances of success, you should include your CV in English. Non-English CVs have a high likelihood of being rejected at application stage.

You will be joining an organization with the patient at the heart of every decision and action, driven by purpose as we pursue exponential growth.

Business recognition and accolades include: 

• World's most innovative companies (Top 10)
• World's smartest companies (Top 50) 
• 100 Best Places to Work in Boston 
• Top 10 European Tech Startup
• Top 10 European biotechs startup to watch
• Top 25 East-Coast Biotech to watch

Our benefits package is comprehensive, but varies internationally in-line with local standards and laws. You can discuss a full breakdown with us, but as a brief overview:

• Sickness and Accident coverage through Helsana
• Meal Vouchers at 90CHF PM with our partner cafeteria
• A fun and engaging work environment, with Rest & Entertainment space, full stocked free coffee machine and free fruit/snacks
• Free parking in an easy to access location
• A strong social committee whose purpose is to make SOPHiA GENETICs both enjoyable as well as rewarding
• As our global HQ, you’ll have direct interaction and exposure to senior leadership and our executive team locally

Our DNA

Like the strands of DNA itself, SOPHiA GENETICS and the team are deeply interconnected and reliant on each other to deliver. There are common threads across the team. Things that bind us together. Those things are Relentless Curious; Resilient & Nimble and Fearlessly Adventurous 

Our Virtues

At SOPHiA GENETICS we established our 7 Virtues to clarify how our principles show up each day through action.  We Decide; We Do; We Collaborate; We Innovate; We Empower; We Adapt and We Learn.

At the centre of our Virtues is our Mantra, We Care, which provides a constant reminder of the compassionate, benevolent, and hopeful nature of our mission and how it should be threaded through each of our Virtues and everything we do. Learn more about our DNA and Virtues on our Careers portal

The Process 

We use the power of AI to help our partners make decisions. If you’re utilising AI in your search and application process, why not use some of these prompts, or 

‘What impact can I expect to have on the world by working at SOPHiA GENETICS?’

‘I have an interview with SOPHiA GENETICS. What should I know before I meet with them?’

‘I am a *job title* - What can SOPHiA GENETICS offer my career?’

Apply now with your CV and any supporting information. 

Suitably qualified candidates will be invited through an interview and screening process where you will speak with members of our Talent Acquisition Team, the hiring leader alongside key colleagues and stakeholders from across the business. If you need additional support for accessibility, please contact our TA team for assistance.

We appreciate the value external partners can bring, but we operate a direct-hiring model and we are not looking to utilize agency support at this time. All hiring is controlled by Talent Acquisition, potential partners should liaise through TA and not our hiring teams please.

Starting Date: ASAP 

Location: Rolle, CH

Contract: Permanent