• Develop and implement regional supply chain strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Conduct demand forecasting and capacity planning to meet market needs while minimizing costs.
• Analyze market trends, customer requirements, and supply chain performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Production and Scheduling Management:
• Oversee production planning and scheduling to ensure alignment with demand forecasts and customer orders.
• Collaborate with plant operations teams to optimize production schedules and reduce lead times.
• Monitor plant capacity utilization and coordinate adjustments as needed.

• Manage regional logistics operations, including inbound and outbound transportation, warehousing, and distribution networks.
• Negotiate contracts and maintain relationships with third-party logistics providers to ensure cost-effective service levels.
• Monitor delivery performance and address any delays or disruptions to ensure timely fulfillment of customer orders.

• Implement inventory policies and practices to maintain optimal stock levels while minimizing obsolescence and excess inventory.
• Analyze inventory turnover rates (DIOH) and aging reports to improve inventory health and reduce slow-moving and obsolete inventory.
• Develop and execute action plans for slow-moving inventory to improve inventory efficiency and free up working capital.
• Ensure inventory practices comply with corporate and regulatory standards.

• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, including planners, schedulers, and logistics coordinators.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability within the supply chain team.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide development opportunities to enhance team capabilities.

• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure supply chain effectiveness and efficiency.
• Prepare and present regular reports to senior management, highlighting performance, risks, and improvement initiatives.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for supply chain disruptions or inefficiencies.

• Partner with sales, marketing, finance, and operations teams to ensure supply chain alignment with business goals.
• Participate in regional and global supply chain projects, sharing best practices and innovations.
• Support the integration of new systems and technologies, leveraging SAP S/4 HANA, to enhance supply chain performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with a focus on regional operations.
• Proven track record of managing production planning, logistics, and inventory in a manufacturing or distribution environment.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Leadership and team management skills with a focus on developing high-performing teams.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration across diverse teams and regions.
• Project management experience with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.

• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, practices, and tools, including demand forecasting and ERP systems, particularly SAP S/4 HANA, and advanced Excel.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus.
• Understanding of logistics regulations and trade compliance requirements

• Ability to travel within the region as needed (10–25% travel).
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• OT1D (On-Time Delivery Performance): Percentage of orders delivered on time against the requested delivery date.
• Logistics Cost (US$/kg): Total logistics cost per kilogram of material shipped.
• Inventory Turnover (DIOH): Days of Inventory on Hand, reflecting inventory efficiency and turnover rates.
• Inventory Health: Aging and percentage of slow-moving inventory relative to total inventory.

Work Availability

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work Monday- Friday during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.

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