Director Supply Chain (m/f/d)
Salary: Competitive
Company Summary: A well-established and forward-thinking industrial company based just South of Stuttgart is undergoing a strategic transformation and is seeking a dynamic and experienced Supply Chain Director to lead its supply chain organization. This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to shape and centralize the end-to-end supply chain strategy, encompassing design, planning, logistics, and operational excellence. The company values hands-on leadership, empathy, and the ability to drive meaningful change across all levels of the organization.
The Supply Chain Director will be responsible for:
* Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and implement a holistic supply chain strategy aligned with business transformation goals.
- Lead cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain performance and structure.
- Establish and monitor KPIs to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- Act as a key interface between market demands and international sales subsidiaries.
* Supply Chain Design and Planning:
- Oversee supply chain design and planning processes to ensure responsiveness and efficiency.
- Drive initiatives that enhance planning accuracy and resource utilization.
* Logistics and Operational Oversight:
- Manage logistics and production planning through direct reports.
- Ensure timely, cost-effective delivery and distribution of products.
- Collaborate with process specialists to streamline operations.
* Continuous Improvement:
- Champion a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- Identify and address organizational gaps with initiative and independence.
- Implement best practices and innovative solutions to elevate supply chain capabilities.
* Team Leadership and Development:
- Lead and mentor a diverse team including heads of logistics and planning.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and feedback-driven environment.
- Build trust and engage constructively across all levels of the organization.
The Supply Chain Director should have the following qualifications:
- Proven experience in end-to-end supply chain leadership, ideally within corporate or mid-sized industrial environments.
- Strong strategic mindset with hands-on operational capabilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect across functions and cultures.
- Demonstrated ability to lead change, solve complex operational challenges, and inspire teams.
- Strong Planning and Supply Chain Design/ Process improvement experience
- Fluent in English and German.
If you are a passionate and driven supply chain leader ready to take on a transformative challenge, we encourage you to apply.
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