Stäubli
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
GlobalHeadofLogistics
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“Global Head of Logistics at Stäubli. Skills: Logistics strategy, Global logistics operations, Network transformation, Process optimization. Define global logistics strategy. Execute global logistics strategy”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure high service levels; Ensure operational reliability; Improve cost; Improve lead time; Improve inventory accuracy; Improve warehouse performance; Drive sustainable cost reductions; Deliver cost optimization; Deliver performance improvements; Deliver ROI-driven initiatives; Reduce environmental footprint
Industry & Context.
Cost optimization; Performance improvements; ROI-driven initiatives; Risk mitigation
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Extensive experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations, Significant international leadership responsibility, Global industrial, manufacturing, or distribution-driven environment experience, Managing complex, multi-region logistics networks, Leading large-scale transformation programs, Deep expertise in transportation, Deep expertise in warehousing, Deep expertise in international trade, Deep expertise in customs, Deep expertise in 3PL/provider management, Strategic and operational leadership skills, Delivering cost optimization, Delivering performance improvements, Delivering ROI-driven initiatives, High level of digital literacy, Leading logistics system implementations, Excellent leadership skills, Excellent change management skills, Excellent stakeholder influence skills, Operate effectively in multicultural, matrix-driven environments, Fluent English
Nice to Have
Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Master’s degree in Logistics, Master’s degree in Engineering, MBA or advanced executive education, German language skills, French language skills, Mandarin language skills
What You'll Do.
Define global logistics strategy
Execute global logistics strategy
Harmonize logistics processes
Optimize logistics processes
Harmonize partner ecosystems
Optimize partner ecosystems
Harmonize logistics systems
Optimize logistics systems
Support business growth
Support operational excellence
Support sustainability objectives
Oversee global logistics performance
Drive network transformation
Drive process transformation
Strengthen logistics resilience
Strengthen logistics compliance
Build international logistics organization
Establish logistics standards
Establish logistics policies
Establish logistics governance
Manage logistics footprint decisions
Oversee inbound logistics operations
Oversee intercompany logistics operations
Oversee outbound logistics operations
Oversee service flow logistics operations
Ensure high service levels
Ensure operational reliability
Improve logistics cost
Improve logistics lead time
Improve inventory accuracy
Improve warehouse performance
Own logistics cost performance
Manage global logistics budget
Drive sustainable cost reductions
Support freight procurement
Support contract negotiations
Enable data-driven performance management
Optimize global network
Optimize core logistics processes
Redesign distribution networks
Improve transportation lanes
Improve warehouse structures
Lead automation initiatives
Lead system implementation initiatives
Balance global consistency
Balance regional needs
Drive logistics digitalization
Drive logistics resilience
Drive logistics compliance
Integrate cross-functional systems
Mitigate geopolitical risks
Mitigate regulatory risks
Mitigate capacity risks
Mitigate disruption risks
Ensure customs compliance
Advance sustainability
Advance organizational capability
Reduce environmental footprint
Support ESG reporting
Lead international logistics team
Partner with senior stakeholders
Partner with Operations
Partner with Supply Chain
Partner with external logistics providers
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional system integration; Partner with senior stakeholders; Partner with Operations; Partner with Supply Chain; Partner with Sales; Partner with Finance; Partner with IT; Partner with external logistics providers
Process & Methodology
Large-scale transformation programs
Full Job Description
Stäubli is a global industrial and mechatronic solution provider with four dedicated Divisions: Electrical Connectors, Fluid Connectors, Robotics and Textile, serving customers who aim to increase their productivity in many industrial sectors. Stäubli currently operates in 28 countries, with agents in 50 countries on four continents. Its global workforce of 6,000 shares a commitment to partnering with customers in nearly every industry to provide comprehensive solutions with long-term support. Originally founded in 1892 as a small workshop in Horgen/Zurich, Switzerland, today Stäubli is an international Group headquartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Global Head of Logistics to define and execute our global logistics and distribution strategy, ensuring efficient, resilient, and cost-effective end-to-end logistics operations across all regions. This is a critical leadership role responsible for harmonizing and optimizing logistics processes, partner ecosystems, and systems while supporting business growth, operational excellence, and sustainability objectives. You will oversee global logistics performance across North America, Europe, and Asia, drive network and process transformation, strengthen resilience and compliance, and build a high-performing international logistics organization in a complex, matrix-driven environment. Key Responsibilities * Define and lead the global logistics and distribution strategy in alignment with business and growth objectives, establishing standards, policies, and governance across transportation, warehousing, customs, and logistics footprint decisions. * Oversee end-to-end logistics operations across inbound, intercompany, outbound, and service flows, ensuring high service levels, operational reliability, and continuous improvement in cost, lead time, inventory accuracy, and warehouse performance. * Own logistics cost performance and partner strategy by managing the global logistics budget
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