NA Execution Leader (Hybrid)

Job Summary

Regional role responsible for driving the execution plan determined by SIOP process, ensuring the supply chain capabilities are in place to meet business results.

Responsibilities/Description

1. Responsible for ensuring the supply chain capabilities are in place to meet the needs of the business in the region (0 - 12 months).
2. Single face for SC planning organization to commercial organization in the Region.
3. Driving supply chain performance targets in support of business and functional strategies (Core Values, Customer, Cost, Capital).
4. Follow the business supply chain strategy to serve customers in the region.
5. Understands the risks associated with the supply chain and current plans and their options and contingencies to mitigate them.
6. Analyze and implement supply chain design optimization opportunities and recommend actions to the Business team.
7. Identify opportunities to inject professional expertise into parts of the supply chain through Subject Matter Experts and fosters the network of key users.
8. Manage the activities, performance, development, and capabilities of the pool of Supply Chain Professionals.
9. Driving process simplification and standardization.
10. Initiate and drive Lean/Six Sigma project activities in pursuit of supply chain improvement.
11. Accountable for the integrity of data in applicable systems planning systems.
12. Manage (raw) material requirements, production asset schedules and finished goods distribution through agreed inventory plans.
13. Execute order acceptance and handling policies that balance customer requirements with supply chain capabilities. Evaluate availability and policy exceptions in Decision Center environment.
14. Develop and maintain policies and procedures for safety stock, lead time, MTO / MTS strategies, schedule changes and appropriate approval.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related fields.
2. 7+ years experience in operations or supply chain roles.
3. Knowledge of MRP, materials management, production planning, capacity planning, production scheduling, master data required.
4. Excellent business English communication skills.
5. Effective communication skills across all levels of the organization.
6. Analytical and quantitative skills.
7. Leadership skills.
8. Ability to lead change.
9. Ability to travel (15%).

Training / Certifications

1. SAP, APO, MRP training on functional areas of expertise.
2. APICS Module I (Basics of Supply Chain Management) training.

*Must be near an IFF facility*

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