Stefan Waldner

Accomplished Leader with Expertise in Process Optimization | Managing Pharma and Chemical Supply Chains | Focused on Executive and Strategic Leadership Roles

Münchenstein, Basel-Country, Switzerland

About

Results-driven Leadership Professional with a proven ability to enhance market position, operational efficiency, and regulatory excellence in pharmaceutical and chemical warehousing. I specialize in developing tailored logistics strategies that not only optimize supply chain performance but also directly contribute to a company’s competitive advantage and long-term success. With deep expertise in GxP-compliant operations, hazardous material management, and automation-driven logistics, I implement scalable, compliant, and cost-efficient solutions that ensure seamless supply chain operations. My strategic, market-oriented approach drives measurable improvements in service quality, regulatory compliance, and commercial success, helping businesses differentiate themselves and achieve sustainable growth. I lead with trust, collaboration, and clarity, fostering a high-performance culture where teams are empowered to innovate, solve complex challenges, and exceed business objectives. My ability to align operational excellence with market demands makes me a key contributor to strengthening a company’s position in a competitive landscape.

Experience

  • Head of Materials Management Sisslerfeld at Bachem
    May 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

  • FIEGE Schweiz (On-site)
    • Standortleiter Bereich Logistik in Münchenstein
      Jan 2021 - Sep 2024 · 3 yrs 9 mos

      - Commercial and operational responsibility for the logistics branch - Management of two warehouses for the pharmaceutical and chemical industries each - Responsibility for customer acquisition and negotiation of contracts - Development of site-specific standards, guidelines, specifications, processes and systems - Customer care for over 20 different customers - Successful execution of a turnaround with a lasting effect over the following years - Responsibility for the compliance with regulatory standards in logistics processes, especially for the pharmaceutical industry - Continuous further development of lean management

    • Customer Implementation Manager
      Jan 2018 - Dec 2020 · 3 yrs

      - Functional responsibility for the successful implementation of new customers from initial contact to contract negotiations and technical implementation. - Successful implementation of new business models to diversify the service portfolio - Design and implementation of technical optimizations in the warehouse management system to sustainably increase productivity - Link between the operational department and the system developer of the warehouse management system - Redesign of the billing system to shorten the billing period by 75% - Certified lean management expert and function as lead management responsible for a logistics site - Close networking with customers beyond implementation and contact person for relevant improvement projects - Key user activity for customer ERP systems that were operated on site

  • Teilprojektleiter Logistik at Kantonsapotheke Zürich
    Aug 2016 - Dec 2017 · 1 yr 5 mos

  • Assistant of Project Manager at Hotel Royal Savoy
    Apr 2012 - Nov 2015 · 3 yrs 8 mos