Salary: Competitive
Company Summary: A leading and innovative company in the industrial automation sector is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Supply Chain Director to join their team in Girona. This is a unique opportunity to drive the strategic direction and execution of end-to-end supply chain processes, covering planning, inventory management, logistics, and distribution. The role requires a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics, a strategic mindset, and the ability to foster continuous improvement in a complex, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The Supply Chain Director will be responsible for:
* Department Management:
* Direct and manage the entire Supply Chain department, including the three sub-departments: purchasing, procurement, and logistics.
* Monitor team performance and ensure resources are allocated efficiently.
* Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies in the management of the department.
* Coordinate with other departments to ensure an efficient work flow.
* Purchasing Management:
* Develop and execute purchasing strategies to create an efficient flow of necessary components.
* Select and evaluate suppliers based on quality, price, and delivery times.
* Negotiate contracts and commercial agreements with strategic suppliers.
* Manage supplier relationships.
* Ensure the availability of raw materials and necessary materials for production.
* Monitor daily purchasing activities.
* Inventory Control:
* Monitor and optimize stock levels to avoid cost overruns or stockouts.
* Coordinate with production and sales to adjust inventory to demand.
* Use technological tools for real-time inventory tracking.
* Implement inventory management systems.
* Supervise and conduct internal audits periodically.
* Logistics Management:
* Plan and optimize distribution transport routes, coordinating with the logistics department.
* Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations in transport operations.
* Manage relationships and address issues with logistics operators and carriers.
* Manage and supervise product returns.
* Planning and Organization:
* Organize and structure the Supply Chain department.
* Develop strategic supply plans based on demand.
* Establish short-, medium-, and long-term planning strategies to optimize resources.
* Optimization and Improvement:
* Identify areas for improvement in the supply chain and implement strategies to optimize costs and lead times.
* Continuously evaluate and integrate new technologies and automation to drive innovation.
* Promote continuous improvement in all Supply Chain processes.
* Compliance:
* Ensure that all operations comply with current regulations and stay updated on new policies or regulations.
* Manage the necessary certifications to operate in national and international markets.
The Supply Chain Director should have the following qualifications:
* Proven experience in Supply Chain or other relevant experience.
* Leadership experience with a track record of managing teams.
* Machinery Plant sector, Metal industry is ideal
* Understanding of technical drawings
* Experience with dealing with OEM, Raw Materials or Semi-finished suppliers
If you are interested in the Supply Chain Director role based in Spain, then please don't wait to apply.