Job Opportunity
This role is focused on simplifying and improving supply management processes to enhance operational efficiency.
* Analyze current supply management processes, identify inefficiencies, and their root causes.
The scope of this job is regional with an initial focus on European countries. You will develop streamlined and standardized processes that reduce administrative burdens, improve communication, shorten lead times for key tasks such as order processing and invoicing.
In the implementation phase, you will lead workshops, train key users, and support different countries in formalizing and adopting best practices. A global network of process experts will be built to facilitate knowledge sharing and accelerate the adoption of improvements across regions.
A key aspect of this role is continuous improvement—monitoring performance indicators, enforcing standard practices, and collaborating on the development of supporting IS&T solutions.
Responsibilities:
* Select and onboard a team to conduct a short-term study to build a root cause analysis for European countries.
* Map root causes, pain points, and country specificities – identify commonalities.
* Draft and propose a plan of concrete actions to improve current processes in the following areas:
o PR/PO approval lead time & compliance
o PR/PO specific process alignment with category strategy; P-card approach, etc.
o Good receipt lead time & simplification
o Invoice matching
o Vendor creation process simplification in SAP/supporting systems (e.g., D365)
o Prioritize the workplan per country and overall / globally
o Support to define and drive the overall roadmap
o Work with Subject Matter experts and the Delivery Team to identify and assess potential technology solutions available within or utilizing external providers.
o Lead the communication and engagement strategy.
Requirements:
* Strong knowledge of On-Site operations / segment intimacy.
* 5+ years of experience in Supply Management.
* Experience in lean management and/or six sigma.
* Knowledge of operational processes.
* Strong knowledge of procure to pay process.
* Process driven orientation and experience of working with cross functional teams and global stakeholders.
* Experience in supporting change at a senior management level with internal and external stakeholders as well as suppliers.
* Project Management experience is a plus.
* Fluency in English required; ability to speak other European language is a plus.
What We Offer:
* Health & Life Insurance
* Attractive Meal allowance paid in Meal Card
* Additional Days off: extra vacation day, employee's birthday, volunteering day
* More than 6000 free online courses
* Opportunity to grow professionally inside the company
* Possibility to participate in multicultural projects
* Several internal activities aiming to promote our team's wellbeing