Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
GSC Global Policies and Guidelines:
Develop and maintain global supply chain (GSC) policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Define the Global SC key performance indicators (KPIs) and targets aligned with business objectives.
Ensure consistent adherence to GSC policies across regions and functions.
SC Excellence and Process Improvements:
Design and implement new processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Bring in industry best practices to optimize supply chain operations.
Develop and deliver SC learning programs to enhance the SC teams capabilities.
SC Systems Roadmap and Implementation:
Define the strategic roadmap, and act as the global business owner for the global SC systems (Blue Yonder, SupplyEye, MDG)
Lead systems implementations, ensuring seamless rollout and adoption.
Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance supply chain capabilities.
Global Inventory Management:
Set inventory targets for countries and sites based on demand forecasts and business needs.
Define inventory policies, including safety stock levels and replenishment strategies.
Approve third-party purchases and manage inventory health.
Lead cross-functional initiatives to optimize inventory levels. Act as a sub-workstream leader, collaborating with stakeholders across ADAMA.
Global S&OP Leadership:
Facilitate and lead global Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings.
Define regional and country-specific S&OP policies.
Manage global scenario planning, considering upside opportunities and risks.
Budgeting Process and Strategic Plans:
Orchestrate global supply chain plans needed for budgeting (e.g., 5-Year Plan, Work Plan).
Collaborate with finance and other functions to align supply chain budgets with organizational goals.
Bachelors degree in industrial engineering, science-related field, or a similar discipline (Masters degree preferred; MBA ideal).
Supply Chain Certification is advantageous.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in Supply Chain