Supply Chain Manager
3 days ago
Villebarou
Supply Chain Manager (M/F) 📍 Location: VILLEBAROU, Loir-Et-Cher, FR 🏢 Industry: Human Resource Services 💼 Work Setting: Hybrid Are you a senior supply chain leader with expertise in logistics, inventory optimization, procurement planning, transportation management, and organizational transformation? This role offers the opportunity to influence executive-level decisions, drive supply chain performance, and lead strategic initiatives within an international business environment. As Supply Chain Director, you will be responsible for overseeing all supply chain operations while serving as a key member of the Executive Committee. You will lead supply chain strategy, logistics operations, inventory management, transportation activities, forecasting processes, and team development while acting as the primary liaison between the French subsidiary and the Group's international leadership. Key Responsibilities Executive Leadership & Strategy • Participate in Executive Committee decision-making and corporate strategy discussions., • Define and implement the supply chain vision aligned with business objectives., • Develop strategic initiatives that improve operational efficiency, customer service, and profitability., • Ensure alignment between local operations and global group strategies. Supply Chain Management • Lead end-to-end supply chain operations, including:, • Procurement Planning, • Inventory Management, • Logistics Operations, • Transportation Management, • Customer Supply Activities, • Ensure optimal product availability while maintaining cost efficiency., • Drive continuous improvement across supply chain processes. Budgeting & Forecasting • Define annual supply chain budgets and resource requirements., • Establish purchasing forecasts and demand planning strategies., • Monitor operational expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities., • Align supply chain resources with business growth objectives. Inventory Optimization • Develop and implement inventory optimization strategies., • Monitor inventory levels and turnover performance., • Reduce stock shortages and excess inventory., • Improve working capital through effective inventory management. Logistics & Transportation Management • Oversee transportation operations and logistics performance., • Negotiate, manage, and monitor transport contracts and service agreements., • Optimize transportation costs while maintaining service quality., • Ensure reliable and efficient product flow across the supply network. Performance Management & Analytics • Establish and monitor supply chain KPIs and operational dashboards., • Analyze performance indicators and implement corrective actions., • Identify opportunities for operational improvements and process optimization., • Report supply chain performance to executive leadership and group stakeholders. International & Group Coordination • Represent AVK France in interactions with Group supply chain leadership., • Support deployment of global supply chain strategies and best practices., • Coordinate implementation of group tools, processes, and operational standards., • Share insights and contribute to global supply chain improvement initiatives. IT & Digital Transformation • Coordinate supply chain technology projects with the Group IT department., • Support ERP, WMS, and other supply chain systems enhancements., • Manage software updates, process digitization, and new technology implementations., • Ensure systems support operational efficiency and business requirements. Customer & Stakeholder Management • Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders., • Ensure high service levels and customer satisfaction., • Collaborate with sales, operations, procurement, and leadership teams., • Act as a strategic business partner across the organization. Team Leadership & Talent Development • Lead, coach, and develop supply chain teams., • Support recruitment, onboarding, and talent management activities., • Conduct performance reviews and development planning discussions., • Drive organizational change and build a high-performance culture., • Foster employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning. Required Qualifications Experience • 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management leadership roles., • Significant experience managing end-to-end supply chain operations., • Proven success leading teams, transformation programs, and operational improvements., • Experience operating within international and matrix organizations. Supply Chain Expertise • Supply Chain Strategy, • Logistics Management, • Inventory Optimization, • Demand Planning & Forecasting, • Transportation Management, • Procurement Planning, • Import & Export Operations Technical Knowledge Supply Chain & Logistics • Import / Export Processes, • Incoterms, • Inventory Management, • Transportation Operations, • Warehousing & Distribution, • Supplier & Service Provider Management Systems & Technology • ERP Systems, • Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), • Microsoft Office Suite, • Supply Chain Analytics Tools, • Digital Transformation Technologies Key Skills • Supply Chain Leadership, • Strategic Planning, • Logistics Management, • Inventory Optimization, • Transportation Management, • Budgeting & Forecasting, • Contract Negotiation, • Vendor Management, • Change Management, • Performance Analysis, • Process Improvement, • International Collaboration