Snr SCM Manager

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement comprehensive regional supply chain strategies aligned with Monroe Ride Solutions’ business goals and the demands of the automotive sector in the EMEA region.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement in a multicultural environment.
• Participate in cross-functional leadership teams to share best practices and drive strategic initiatives across the automotive supply chain.

Operational Oversight

• Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, production planning, inventory management, logistics, and distribution for automotive components and systems.
• Approve supply and demand calculations and evaluate complex analyses to optimize supply chain performance for Monroe Ride Solutions’ product portfolio.
• Ensure effective integration of supply chain activities with other business functions such as Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations.

Performance Management

• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and implement process enhancements specific to the automotive industry.
• Prepare and present regular reports on supply chain performance, including financial and operational metrics relevant to EMEA operations.

Risk and Compliance

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including supplier risks and logistics disruptions, to ensure business continuity in the automotive sector.
• Ensure compliance with automotive industry regulations and company policies throughout the supply chain process.

Supplier and Stakeholder Management

• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective procurement of automotive materials and services.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including OEMs and aftermarket partners, to ensure alignment and effective execution of supply chain strategies.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive initiatives to enhance supply chain sustainability and reduce environmental impact, supporting Monroe Ride Solutions’ commitment to innovation and sustainable mobility.
• Lead change management efforts to adopt new processes, systems, and technologies for improved supply chain performance in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within supply chain management, preferably at a regional or global level in the automotive industry.
• Extensive knowledge of supply chain principles, practices, and technologies relevant to automotive manufacturing and distribution.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities, with experience in multicultural and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and ERP systems (SAP).
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional and multicultural teams across the EMEA region.

Essential Skills

• Strategic thinking and execution in the automotive sector.
• Leadership and team management in a multicultural EMEA environment.
• Automotive supply chain process optimization.
• Financial acumen and budgeting for regional operations.
• Risk management and mitigation specific to automotive supply chains.
• Change management and innovation in a fast-evolving industry.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.