Distribution Network Design (Senior) Manager

at  AUTODOC

WHERE YOUR EXPERTISE IS NEEDED

AUTODOC is the largest and fastest growing auto parts ecommerce platform in Europe Present across 27 countries with around 5,000 employees, AUTODOC generated revenue of over €1.3 billion in 2023, supplying more than 7.4 million active customers with its 5.8 million vehicle parts and accessories for car, truck, and motorcycle brands. Curious minds, adventurous experts and tech-savvy professionals - one team, one billion euros revenue. Catch the ride!

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree will be a plus).
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Network Design and Optimization.
• 3+ years of experience leading change management and efficiencies in an industry with large logistics spend, across multiple complex distribution channels.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in supply chain management.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations, compliance standards, and risk management practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skill, enabling data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to work with ambiguity and shifting operational priorities in a fast-paced and changing project environment.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and deliver cross-functional projects (leadership experience in such environment will be a plus).
• Excellent written and verbal English skills to successfully communicate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization (Russian skills/multilingual proficiency will be a plus).

• Analyze current supply chain infrastructure, including distribution centers, transportation routes, and inventory locations, evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency, develop and implement a future-state network design.
• Utilize advanced modeling and simulation tools to analyze various scenarios, such as changing customer demand patterns or new market entry
• Conduct comprehensive cost analysis and identify opportunities to reduce them through network optimization, consolidation, or outsourcing.
• Evaluate and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain network, such as single points of failure, geopolitical instability, or natural disasters.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including operations, procurement, sales, and finance, to understand their requirements and incorporate them into the network design.
• Engage with external partners, to ensure alignment and coordination in executing the supply chain network strategy.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and evaluate the performance of the supply chain network.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, foster innovation, incorporate sustainability, and set audacious goals for the supply chain network.