Senior Manager, Supply Chain - Deck Handling Equipment

Purpose of the position

• Lead and drive supply chain- sourcing-, production- and shipment- strategy, implementation and operations to meet Deck Handling Solutions (DHS) Product Line strategy and customer needs
• As a member of the Deck Handling Solutions (DHS) Management team, actively participates in the success of the product line’s profitability and growth.
• With its own local and shared global MacGregor Sourcing resources and with a preferred supplier base, actively drive and support improvements on operational performance and strategic changes of technology, supplier base etc defined by Offshore Solutions Division & MacGregor.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Full management responsibility of Sourcing, PO Handling, Logistics, Lean/Platform Implementation for DHS product line
• Implement and achieve sourcing & supply chain strategic, operational and financial goals as defined by Sourcing & Supply Chain Director & DHS product line
  • Lead and develop platform, co-operation and frame agreements with suppliers
  • Monitor deliveries meeting budget, schedule and in compliance with MCG quality standards. 
  • Develop capabilities and competencies of suppliers and partners accordingly
• Cooperation with Sales. Design, R&D and QA to continuously improve quality and cost of components and production processes with partners
• Ensure optimal and continuous coordination with MCG Sourcing and Sourcing & Supply Chain teams in Offshore Solutions Division (OSD)
• Lead sourcing & supply chain team, drive employee competency & capability development
• Represent the department in DHS management meetings

What you’ll need to succeed

Education

• M. Sc or B.Sc. in Engineering, Production technology, Logistics or similar adequate degree.
• Long proven track record with good achievements may compensate for lack of some formal education.

Experience

• Third level degree and/or Master’s degree in a relevant business discipline.
• At least 3-5 years of relevant Industrial experience (truck, construction machines, agriculture or automotive.), preferably experienced in project-based business lines.
• At least 5-7 years within a Supply Chain role, 3 to 5 years of which should be at Management level, within a multinational, multi-site, global company. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the proven ability to develop and sustain a trusting relationship with our preferred supplier base. Proven responsibility for key supplier relations and negotiations. 
• Strong people management skills and experience, to achieve full alignment of each individual team member’s performance with the business strategy and goals.
• Cross functional experience between Engineering and operations.
• Ability to travel globally, sometimes at short notice

Competencies

• Leadership, communication and influencing skills
• P&L knowledge
• Strong product and business knowledge
• Strong project management skills
• Strong knowledge of logistics, warehousing, and International trade regulations
• Cross-cultural competence 
• Knowledge in Sourcing methods such as category and vendor management, negotiation skills and legal/contractual knowledge.
• Business driven in the relation with suppliers, including fact-based and long term.

You will be part of

We offer you an opportunity to put your skills and experience into work and make an impact on our global organisation. You will work with great colleagues from various backgrounds, inspired by shared, ambitious goals. We value collaboration in our open and inclusive culture. With us, you will have the opportunity to develop yourself professionally. Join us to make a difference - and have fun while doing it.

Interested to join?

If you are excited about this opportunity, please submit your application with salary request and CV.