As International Logistics Solutions Manager, you will take full responsibility for defining and executing SCHURTER’s global logistics strategy. This includes end-to-end management of our international distribution hubs and continuous optimization of transportation and packaging processes. You will drive cross-functional initiatives that increase speed, reduce cost, and improve service levels across our global network — with measurable impact on business performance.

Strategic Logistics Management

• Design and implement logistics strategies to improve delivery performance, reduce total cost, and support business growth.

• Define and drive a global logistics roadmap aligned with operational and commercial targets.

Distribution Hub Oversight

• Manage SCHURTER’s international distributor hubs, ensuring high availability, lean operations, and robust performance tracking.

• Optimize hub structures and lead projects to streamline warehousing and outbound flows.

Transportation Strategy & Supplier Management

• Optimize global transportation routes and mode selection (air, sea, road) to balance cost, speed, and reliability.

• Lead supplier evaluations, contract negotiations, and performance management of transport and logistics service providers (3PLs).

Packaging Efficiency & Cost Control

• Standardize packaging concepts and shipping units to reduce cost and complexity.

• Drive packaging optimization initiatives in close alignment with plants, procurement, and sales regions.

Performance Management & Reporting

• Monitor logistics KPIs and cost development; identify deviations and lead corrective actions.

• Create and manage dashboards, reports, and forecasting models to support data-driven decision-making.

Cross-Functional Execution

• Coordinate cross-regional logistics initiatives involving Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Sales, and IT.

• Act as key interface for logistics-related topics in global transformation and operational readiness programs.

• Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or equivalent.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in international logistics or distribution management.

• Proven success in managing distributor hubs and transport networks across multiple regions.

• Strong negotiation skills and execution focus with a hands-on approach.

• Advanced data analysis and reporting capabilities (Excel, Power BI, or similar).

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across all organizational levels.

• Fluent in English (German is an advantage).

• Location: SCHURTER Global Headquarters (Lucerne, Switzerland or flexible within Europe)
  

• High-Impact Role: Own and drive global logistics performance in a business-critical function.

• International Scope: Operate across global supply chains, distribution hubs, and supplier networks.

• Performance Culture: Join a results-oriented organization with clear targets and execution focus.

• Career Development: Professional growth opportunities in a dynamic and expanding global environment.

• Attractive Compensation: Competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and modern employment conditions.

SCHURTER is a globally successful Swiss technology group and a recognized leader in the development and manufacturing of electronic components and system solutions. With a strong international footprint and high-performance culture, we support demanding industries such as medical technology, automotive, energy, and industrial automation. At SCHURTER, you will be part of a driven organization focused on operational excellence and continuous business growth.

Join our dynamic operations team and play a key role in driving operational excellence by quality across our production sites. Looking for a challenge and the next step in your career? Don’t hesitate to send your complete application, including your CV and salary expectation to Maria José Piantoni, Head HR Central Europe (Jobapplication.ch@schurter.com).

For further information about SCHURTER and our products, please visit schurter.com.

SCHURTER AG
Electronic Components
Werkhofstrasse 8 - 12
6002 Luzern
Telefon 041 369 31 11