Job Title: Supply Chain Manager
Main Purpose of Job:
Reporting to the Site Director, you will lead and develop the Supply Chain team, overseeing all functions of planning, purchasing, and warehouse operations. In this role, you will be responsible for the management, development, and execution of the company's Supply Chain strategy, ensuring efficient material flow, cost-effective procurement, and reliable delivery performance.
You will provide strong leadership and direction to your team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. Through effective people management and strategic focus, you will align supply chain processes with organizational objectives, support production requirements, and drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across the site.
Duties:
* Develop, manage and maintain the Supply Chain function for the site, leading to the creation of the Demand & Supply Plan that delivers on customer requirements and focuses on achieving the targeted OTIF (On-Time in Full) for customer deliveries
* Manage supply chain activities for the company, which will include production planning, raw materials planning/ordering, raw materials & finished goods warehousing, shipping & transportation as well as master data
* Plan, direct, control, coordinate and evaluate forecasting, master scheduling, inventory control, stock and forecasting for the site
* Close cooperation with Operations and Quality departments to ensure that a high level of customer service can be kept at any time. Support the monthly target setting and forecasting process in terms of plant output, cost absorption, inventory and shipment planning. Carry out capacity planning (short and long term) and modelling so that pinch points can be identified and required actions taken
* Manage development of metrics to assess and improve forecast accuracy
* Continuous controlling & monitoring of major KPIs (OTIF customer & supplier, schedule adherence, inventory DOH, lead time, etc), analysing root-causes of deviations and implement actions for improvement
* Working with the Warehouse Supervisor to direct and control warehouse activities, ensuring accurate inventory records and the efficient and economic utilization of facilities for storing and distributing all raw materials and finished goods
* Site Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) & Development: commercial management, analysis & assessment of suppliers, manage supplier contractual performance
* Project manage sourcing activities
* Improve flexibility of terms of business in order to help the business manage working capital and EBITDA, ensuring balance between financial targets, production targets and customer service/requirements
* Manage coordination of supply plans for new product introductions and product phase-outs
* Utilise JIT and ERP using integrated systems
* Develop, implement & maintain department standards, practices, procedures and policies. Participate in developing and implementing site wide S&OP
* Lead and develop planning and supply chain teams
* Supply training to new and existing employees in line with business needs
* Maintain a high level of housekeeping, health & safety and GMP practices at all times
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
* Master's degree (MBA or similar) is an asset.
* Professional certifications such as APICS CPIM/CSCP, ISM CPSM, or Lean Six Sigma are highly desirable.
Experience
* 5–10 years
of progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, planning, or logistics.
* Proven experience in managing supplier relationships, inventory control, production planning, and logistics coordination.
* Experience in a manufacturing or regulated environment (e.g., medical device, aerospace, automotive) is often preferred.
* Demonstrated success in leading teams and driving process improvements.
Skills and Competencies:
* Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
* Solid understanding of demand forecasting, capacity planning, and inventory optimization.
* Effective negotiation and communication skills for dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
* Strong leadership and people management abilities.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
* Commitment to continuous improvement, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction.