Are you looking for an exciting professional challenge in a dynamic and growing company within the field of orthopedics? Then you’ve come to the right place!
We are an American–Swiss company specializing in the development and manufacture of innovative orthopedic products. Our established solutions help patients regain mobility and significantly improve their quality of life.
Commodity Lead Castings and Forgings
100%, permanent
We are seeking a highly motivated Commodity Lead with a proven track record in the orthopedic reconstruction implant industry. The ideal candidate will have approximately 5 years of sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience and will play a critical role in managing supplier relationships, driving cost savings, and ensuring supply continuity for key implant components and finished devices. This role requires a balance of strategic sourcing expertise, industry knowledge, and hands-on execution.
What You Will Do
What You Will Do- Lead sourcing activities for orthopedic reconstruction implants, including castings and forgings.
- Develop and execute category strategies that support business growth, quality, and cost targets.
- Manage supplier selection, qualification, and performance monitoring, with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance (FDA, ISO 13485, MDR).
- Partner with R&D, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure supplier capabilities align with innovation and product pipeline needs.
- Negotiate supply agreements, contracts, and pricing to achieve year-over-year cost improvements.
- Mitigate supply chain risks by identifying alternate suppliers, managing capacity constraints, and implementing dual sourcing strategies where appropriate.
- Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance, including quality, delivery, and sustainability.
- Utilize data analytics to monitor spending, forecast demand, and support strategic decision-making.
- Stay current on market trends, new manufacturing technologies, and competitive landscape in orthopedic implants.
What You Bring
What You Bring- Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Engineering and Business Administration or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of sourcing or supply chain experience, ideally within medical devices or orthopedic reconstruction.
- Strong knowledge of implant manufacturing processes (casting, forging, precision machining, coatings, packaging).
- Experience working in a regulated industry with cGMP, FDA, and ISO 13485 standards.
- Proven negotiation and contract management skills.
- Fluency in English (B2 level or higher), additional languages (German and Italian) are a plus
- Excellent project management, analytical, and problem solving skills.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to Shape Procurement Strategy: Play a key role in developing and executing procurement strategies that align with business growth, quality targets, and cost efficiency, directly impacting the future of our operations.
- Dynamic and Empowering Environment: Take ownership of your commodity area, drive innovation, and foster strong supplier relationships in a collaborative, high-performance team. We encourage personal growth and offer opportunities for career advancement in the procurement field.
- Flexible Hybrid Work Options: Enjoy flexible hybrid working arrangements, tailored to meet the needs of the business and your personal balance, while working on high-impact procurement projects.
We offer
A diverse and engaging role awaits you in the growing medical technology market, where you can actively help shape the future through your technical expertise, commitment, and initiative.
Enovis is a global leader in orthopedic and medical technology. As a long-established American–Swiss orthopedic company with international production and development sites, we focus on the development, manufacture, and distribution of endoprosthetic solutions.
In 2021, Mathys and Enovis merged to further strengthen their position in the growing market for joint replacement solutions.
Chantal Ammann-Gasche,
Senior Human Resources Manager,
Phone +41 32 644 17 85
