Global Supply Chain Strategy Manager
Global Supply Chain Strategy Manager
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$ 102200 - 170300
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Job Description
The Opportunity:
Avantor is seeking a Global Supply Chain Strategy Manager who will play a pivotal role in shaping monitoring and driving execution of Global Supply Chain strategies. This leader will be responsible for developing and managing key performance indicators (KPIs) championing annual planning and review processes and leading cross-functional strategic initiatives.
Partnering closely with Supply Chain Directors and functional leaders this role ensures alignment of roadmaps to long-term goals and delivers measurable business impact through ABS-type (Avantor Business System / Lean Six Sigma) projects. They will champion the ABS program in the Global Supply chain organization.
This is a full-time role with virtual/remote optionality. **Located near Radnor PA or Leuven Belgium with ability to be in the office 2-3 days a week is preferred.
How you will thrive and create an impact:
- KPI Development & Performance Management:
Define develop and maintain a robust set of KPIs to measure supply chain efficiency effectiveness and alignment with strategic goals.
Ensure KPIs cascade across functions and geographies to support consistent performance tracking.
Provide regular performance dashboards insights and commentary to senior leadership.
Annual Rituals & Strategic Alignment:
Champion the annual Global Supply Chain planning cycle including target setting operational planning and strategic reviews.
Facilitate alignment between global regional and functional teams during annual operating plan (AOP) and long-range strategic planning processes.
Ensure documentation and follow-through of key initiatives and commitments.
- Strategic Road mapping & Partnership:
Collaborate with Supply Chain Directors and cross-functional leaders to document refine and track strategic roadmaps.
Translate strategic objectives into actionable initiatives with milestones metrics and accountability.
Monitor progress and ensure course corrections where needed to achieve functional goals.
- Project Leadership (ABS / Lean Six Sigma):
Lead and execute ABS-type projects focusing on cross-functional and enterprise-level initiatives.
Apply continuous improvement methodologies to simplify processes eliminate waste and improve efficiency across the supply chain.
Facilitate workshops kaizen events and problem-solving sessions with stakeholders at all levels.
- Change & Stakeholder Management:
Act as a change champion for strategic initiatives and process improvements.
Engage stakeholders across Global Supply Chain and adjacent functions (Commercial Manufacturing Finance etc.) to ensure alignment and adoption.
Develop communication and training materials to support adoption of KPIs processes and tools.
What were looking for:
- Education: Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Engineering or related field (Masters preferred).
- Experience:
- 7 years of experience in supply chain operations or strategy with demonstrated leadership responsibility.
Strong background in KPI development performance management and strategy deployment.
Experience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives; ABS Lean or Six Sigma certification strongly preferred.
Proven track record of managing multiple priorities in a global and matrixed environment.
Additional Qualifications:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to translate data into insights and action.
Excellent facilitation communication and presentation skills for executive-level audiences.
Influential leader able to build consensus across functions geographies and levels of the organization.
Highly organized detail-oriented and proactive in managing processes and driving accountability.
Change agent mindset with demonstrated ability to champion and implement continuous improvement.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14000 associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
The work we do changes peoples lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his moms voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!
Pay Transparency:
The expected pre-tax pay for this position is
$102200.00 - $170300.00Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.
EEO Statement:
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religious creed national origin physical or mental disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state/province or local law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
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3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:
By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.
Avantor offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision coverage wellness programs health savings and flexible spending accounts a 401(k) plan with company match and an employee stock purchase program. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays accrue 18 PTO days annually are eligible for volunteer time off and 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave (except in states that offer paid family leave). These benefits may not apply to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement or those subject to other eligibility rules.
Required Experience:
Exec
Employment Type
Full-Time
