Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with business goals and objectives, leading a team of procurement, planning, and warehouse professionals at Lancing and guiding the supply chain community across Europe.
Ensure seamless coordination and integration of supply chain activities, from procurement to delivery, and work closely with various departments to streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance overall supply chain performance.
* Lead and mentor a team to ensure high performance and engagement.
* Develop and implement strategic supply chain initiatives to optimise efficiency, reduce costs, and improve lead times.
* Oversee procurement processes, including vendor selection, negotiation, compliance and contract management.
* Co-ordinate Production planning processes, balancing needs of customers and production workload/capacity.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand, plan inventory levels, and maintain optimal stock levels.
* Monitor and analyse key performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous optimisation.
* Mitigate supply chain risks by identifying potential disruptions and establishing strong relationships with suppliers and logistics partners.
* Establish, maintain, and improve supply chain macro processes.
* Track KPI performance, identify gaps, and develop resolutions.
* Align and define the group roadmap, focusing on the digital transformation of solutions developed at the corporate level.
* On-board new supply chain managers.
* Serve as the point of contact for corporate operational excellence and IT performance project definition and deployment.
* Conduct meetings and ensure effective communication with stakeholders.
Required: Proven experience in supply chain management, strong understanding of supply chain principles, analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in supply chain management software and tools.
Desirable: Relevant qualifications and experience within healthcare manufacturing.
We are a results-driven supply chain professional looking for an exciting opportunity to lead and innovate in a dynamic environment.