Regional Supply Chain Manager Logistics & Warehouse

Main function/responsibilities

• Lead drive and develop the logistics and warehouse Supply Chain pillar in APAC
• Ultimate accountability for all procurement and efficiency targets for this category in the Region
  • Risk Management
  • Efficiency Projects
  • Efficiency KPIs
  • Working Capital Improvements
  • Sustainability
• Accountable to contribute to and roll out global logistics initiatives important in the coming years will be the roll out of SAP and associated TMS /  WMS
• Provide Regional expertise in all aspects of supply chain but with special focus on Logistical and Warehouse efficiency commercial contracts RFQs best in class systems process and tools
• Compile curate and analyses all category data for the region in order to develop robust category strategy to deliver short and medium term business targets
• Work closely with the local teams to implement procurement strategy on Regional / local level providing project management support and managing  stakeholders effectively to remove any local project roadblocks
• Identify and develop logistics projects to deliver continuous improvement in service levels TCO efficiency and systems & process
• Continuously asssess category resource in the region identifying any skills or capability gaps and further make recommendations for recruitement training and development
• Ensure the country team members have targets defined and is in alignment with the involved Sika Target Markets and country/regional strategies

• Assures compliance and ethical standards with applicable laws Sikas Procurement Manual and Sika Code of Conduct.

Key Compentencies:

• High level of drive and self motivation
• Results orientated
• Equally comfortable working alone or as part of a team
• Appropriate level of seniority and confidence to laise and influence senior stakehoders
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written in English) with the ability to present concepts at functional and executive levels
• Ability to manage conflict and encourage collaboration in virtual teams
• Demonstrated broad understanding of supply chain management with particular expertise in all aspects of customer freight (out bound logistics)
• Familiarity and expertise with best in class industry systems process and tools including digitisation ERP systems SAP AXA  TMS WMS Big Data analysis Business by Design
• Experience with supply chain cost management including vendor management negotiation Total Cost of Ownership analysis; Should Cost analysis; RFQ contract management supplier qualification and supplier scoring

Additional Information :

We offer competitive salaries aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time