Supply Chain Manager North and West Africa

Overview:

Ecolab is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end Supply Chain operations across the North & West Africa (NWA) cluster. This highly business-critical role is accountable for the overall supply chain strategy and execution across multiple countries and divisions including manufacturing operations contract manufacturing planning logistics inventory management and customer service. As the Supply Chain leader for the cluster this position owns the Supply Chain contribution to the S&OP process and serves as a core member of the North & West Africa Leadership Team.

Whats in it For You:

• Opportunity to lead a strategically important Supply Chain organization across a high growth multi-country region.
• Exposure to regional leadership and cross-functional decision-making across Operations Commercial Finance and Supply Chain.
• Opportunity to shape and execute supply chain strategy while driving operational excellence and business growth.
• Access to best-in-class resources tools and technology.
• Thrive in a company that values sustainability and a safety-focused culture.

What You Will Do:

• Lead end-to-end Supply Chain operations across multiple countries within the NWA cluster.
• Direct manufacturing operations contract manufacturing partners warehousing transportation and distribution activities.
• Lead the Supply Review and represent Supply Chain in the S&OP process.
• Lead coach develop and engage a team of 30 employees.
• Drive continuous improvement productivity inventory optimization and cost efficiency.
• Manage operational risks and business continuity plans.
• Contribute as a key member of the NWA Leadership Team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in supply chain Engineering Operations Business Administration or related field.
• 15 years of progressive Supply Chain experience.
• 5 years of people leadership experience managing large teams.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end Supply Chain operations across multiple countries or regions.
• Demonstrated experience leading S&OP processes.
• Experience managing manufacturing operations and/or contract manufacturing networks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in business administration Supply Chain Operations or related field.
• Experience leading Supply Chain operations across Africa the Middle East or emerging markets.
• APICS CSCP CPIM or Lean Six Sigma certification.