Supply Chain Manager Care Solutions

at  Eastman

THIS IS WHAT YOU BRING

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Research. MBA is a plus.
• Candidate(s) should have a minimum of 10-year experience in a leadership position in a supply chain environment with focus on S&OP, inventory management, supply chain performance management
• Proven track record in successfully leading a team
• Demonstrated ability to coach and develop talent
• Exposure to an international, multi-cultural environment
• Deep understanding of supply chain processes: S&OP, inventory management, transport management, packaging. Familiar with trade regulations and implications for process design/requirements
• Financial skills: understanding of P&L and cash flow statement and impact on supply chain choices on financial performance
• Deep knowledge of SAP environment and demonstrated experience with a supply planning application (e.g., SAP IBP, OMP, O9, etc.). Experience in digital transformation strongly preferred.
• Team management: priority setting, goal setting, coaching and development of team members
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Fluent English & Dutch
• Strong analytical skills, ability to analyse, summarize and present facts and findings to multiple audiences
• Ability work comfortably in a matrix organization and in an international, global, and diverse setting

o Define and implement supply chain strategy for Care Solutions in EMEA
o Lead the supply chain team in the region (Integrated planning, Label and Master data team, Supply Manager)
o Orchestrate the end-to-end supply chain in the region, ensuring the alignment among the various business partners (e.g., sales, manufacturing, supply management, logistics, customer service, trade compliance)
o Own the short-term horizon regional supply plans (0-6 months) and related processes and routines.
o Develop and execute the regional inventory strategy to meet commercial service policies.
o Member of Global Supply Chain Care Solutions .
o Manage regional distribution costs, including warehouse, transportation, and organization cost.
o Develop and implements regional metrics aligned with business goals.
o Accountable for service level.
o Represent Supply Chain and engage in all matters related to site operations and performance, such as safety, budget, quality, talent development, Work Council relationships, etc.
o Responsible to create a safe environment within Eastman and in the supply chain to serve customers.
o Lead complex, cross-functional regional initiatives to improve business performance.
o Coach and develop the teams, enhancing overall capabilities