About Our Client
Business Unit of a multinational food company.
Job Description
* Oversee the supply chain operations of a company and create the company's supply chain strategy.
* Manage all supply and distribution matters, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services in good condition and at reasonable rates.
* Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with standards.
* Develop sources for procuring supplies, services, and equipment by attending demonstrations, contacting vendors, and participating in professional societies and trade fairs.
* Handle purchasing of raw materials, manage inventory, maintain vendor relationships, and arrange distribution and shipping of finished products.
* Analyze data from shipping and delivery processes to identify bottlenecks and other issues.
* Evaluate and report on KPIs while monitoring logistics to ensure smooth operations.
* Ensure all subordinates perform according to departmental mandates; train and guide employees, managing a team of supply chain assistants and managers.
* Identify cost-effective solutions for supply chain processes and grow the supplier database by creating alliances with distributors.
* Collaborate with other departments to create coordinated plans for business growth.
* Ensure supply chain processes meet legal requirements and standards, procuring quality items according to agreed specifications.
* Improve supply chain efficiencies by automating key processes and implementing new technologies.
The Successful Applicant
* Previous experience as a supply chain manager or in a similar field.
* Excellent knowledge of supply chain processes.
* Experience in project management with strong leadership and communication skills.
* Working experience with relevant software.
* Strong focus on customer service in the FoodService market.
* Ability to adapt in a transformational project with strong growth plans.
* Experience in a multinational environment with the ability to develop synergies.
* Strong communication skills.
* Excellent organizational and project management skills.
* Attention to detail.
* Creative problem-solving abilities.
* A strategic and analytical mindset.
* Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a similar field.
* A minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role.
* Proven experience in interaction with different distributors/suppliers.
What's on Offer
Interesting position within a relevant group.
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