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Supply Chain Productivity Agenda Manager

Location: 

Lokeren, BE, 9160

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

About You

 

The Supply Chain Productivity Agenda Manager will develop, implement, and manage productivity (cost-saving) initiatives across the E2E supply chain to drive operational efficiency, cost reduction, and process improvement. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including planning, manufacturing, logistics, and finance, to identify and execute strategic initiatives that optimize the supply chain's performance and achieve business goals.

 

Key Responsibilities Include

 

  • Project Management: Oversee the planning and execution of projects focused on supply chain improvement, ensuring milestones are met and objectives are achieved.
  • Productivity Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance productivity and efficiency across the supply chain, including planning, warehousing, and transportation.
  • Cost Optimization: Identify cost-saving opportunities within the supply chain and develop strategies to reduce waste (MUV), improve operational efficiency, and enhance service levels.
  • Data Analysis: Leverage data analytics to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify areas for improvement in productivity and efficiency.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g. finance, logistics, sourcing, manufacturing) to ensure alignment of productivity initiatives with overall business strategy.
  • Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives by applying Lean, Six Sigma, or other process optimization techniques to streamline supply chain operations together with the CI community.
  • Change Management: Lead change management efforts to successfully implement new processes, systems, and productivity tools within the supply chain.
  • Technology Integration: Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends in supply chain management and productivity and recommend tools or systems that can enhance efficiency.
  • Reporting: Provide regular updates to senior management on productivity performance, project progress, and financial impact of initiatives.
  • Be a representative of the Barry Callebaut CI methodology (BCOS Excellence) and Core Values and as such, always show exemplary behavior toward the internal customer

 

About You

 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics and/or Management – or sufficient relevant experience
  • Strong proficiency in English – oral and written
  • Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma (Blackbelt preferred) preferred
  • Strong knowledge of MS office packages (able to build XLS tools of average complexity)
  • 10+ years’ experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement environments in the FMCG and/or B2B industry.
  • Advanced proficiency in data analytics and reporting tools.
  • Proven ability to multitask & prioritize projects/actions
  • Proven ability to process information for making judgments on incomplete & ambiguous information
  • Proven ability to overcome obstacles and deliver results.
  • Excellent ability in the following areas: Communication Skills (Oral & Written), Interpersonal Skills, Analytical Skills and Organizational Skills
  • Problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make decisions independently
  • Proven ability to lead & influence cross-functional teams
  • Strategic mindset with proven international stakeholder management expertise and good networking skills
  • Ideally proven track record of driving and inspiring change

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

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