Deputy Project Manager Supply Chain

This role will supports the digitalization and transformation of supply chain processes across the Coffee Platform. The role focuses on the delivery of system enhancements process automation and operational excellence initiatives. Working closely with execution teams IT global platform stakeholders and external technology partners the analyst ensures successful implementation of digital tools supplychain systems and process improvements that increase efficiency accuracy and customer service levels.

1. Project Management & Delivery

• Support and manage supply chain digitalization and systems implementation projects (e.g. TMS execution tools tracking platforms workflow automation).
• Coordinate project activities timelines documentation testing and user acceptance.
• Ensure clear stakeholder alignment risk identification issues tracking and mitigation.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation: scope requirements process flows test protocols SOPs.
• Facilitate crossfunctional workshops and ensure business needs are translated into system requirements.

2. Process Digitalization & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze existing supplychain processes and identify improvement and automation opportunities.
• Work with business and IT to design optimized workflows and digital solutions.
• Support data quality improvement initiatives and master data governance.
• Monitor performance of implemented tools and propose enhancements.
• Lean six sigma expertise process-driven mindset identifying opportunities for improvement and standardization designing processes across systems potentially at a Black Belt level.

3. Systems Implementation

• Assist with system configuration testing cycles training preparation and golive support.
• Hard coding and automation skills. Hands-on programming to automate workflows using Python or other relevant languages once opportunities are identified.

4. Data Reporting & Insights

• Supporting the development of a data warehouse validating and analyzing data identifying global data sources and serving as our supply chain data business champion.
• Develop dashboards KPIs and operational insights to support decisionmaking.
• Conduct rootcause data analysis and supply-chain performance reviews..

5. Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with Execution Logistics Trade IT Finance and platform transformation teams.
• Coordinate with external vendors consultants and technology partners.
• Ensure consistent communication and changemanagement support throughout the lifecycle of each project.

Problem solving:

• Ability to analyse operational processes identify issues and propose systembased solutions.
• Uses structured methodologies to assess root causes and evaluate options.
• Applies sound judgment when balancing operational constraints technology capabilities and business requirements.

Dimension and context:

This position plays a key role in the Coffee Platforms digitalization roadmap supporting the transformation of supply chain operations. Projects executed by the role directly impact workflow efficiency customer service system reliability compliance and datadriven decision making. The analyst interacts with multiple global teams and contributes to the operational excellence strategy of the platform.

Interactions/ interface:

• Internal: Supply Chain Execution teams DT&A Finance Traders Platforms BackOffice hubs Global transformation teams.
• External: Technology vendors consultants logistics service providers.
• High level of interaction complexity requiring strong organizational and communication skills.

Job challenge:

• Managing multiple projects with competing priorities and crossregional stakeholder expectations.
• Ensuring timely delivery of digitalization initiatives while balancing business-as-usual operational demands.
• Translating user needs into technical requirements in a complex global organization.
• Supporting change management and user adoption for new tools and digital workflows.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors or Masters degree in information technology Industrial Engineering Digitalization Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management systems implementation or digitalization.
• Experience preferably in supply chain logistics or operations environments.
• Strong understanding of supplychain processes (ordertoship documentation logistics flows).
• Experience with digital tools such as TMS ERP WMS automation platforms or supply-chain visibility systems.
• Strong Excel and datamanagement skills; experience with Power BI is an advantage.
• Fluent English (written & spoken). Additional languages are a plus.

Additional Information :

Technical/ Functional skills:

• Solid project management methodology knowledge (Agile or Waterfall).
• Ability to map processes analyze data and document business requirements.
• Strong problemsolving and analytical thinking.
• Experience conducting UAT testing cycles and system deployment.
• Ability to translate operational needs into technical requirements.
• Familiarity with integration concepts APIs and data flows (a plus but not required).

Other skills and competencies:

• Proactive mindset with strong ownership and accountability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Structured organized and rigorous in documentation and followup.
• Ability to work with crossfunctional and crossregional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure.
• Continuous improvement and innovation mindset.

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people our business partners the communities we touch and the environment around us

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

We offer

• A workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity
• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Wellness Programs - Confidential access to certified counselors for employee and eligible family members along with monthly wellness awareness sessions.
• Certified Great Place to Work

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time