We are looking for a dynamic Supply Chain Manager to
join our manufacturing team in Sint -Truiden, Belgium. In this
role, you will oversee the entire internal supply chain process,
ensuring efficient organization, planning, and control of material
flow from external suppliers through to production and final
delivery to customers. Your primary objective will be to maximize
customer satisfaction while minimizing costs. You will report
directly to the Plant Manager. What You Will Do - Strategy
Implementation : Implement and execute planning and delivery
strategies to maintain the lowest total supply chain cost. -
Collaboration with Purchasing: Work with direct materials
purchasing to optimize delivery processes from supplier to plant,
including aspects such as containers, batches, timing, frequency,
and routes. - Customer Delivery Optimization: Improve customer
delivery processes by focusing on containers, batches,
environmental concerns, and frequency of returnable containers. -
Cost Calculation and Evaluation : Calculate associated costs and
evaluate additional opportunities, ensuring alignment with internal
customers for informed product/project decisions. - Team
Communication: Maintain clear, consistent communication with teams
across the company, including business development, member
relations, and distribution, to facilitate coordination and
collaboration. - Process Optimization: Work closely with the
Production Manager to optimize internal processes, identify
weaknesses, and develop innovative systems to drive performance
efficiency. - Strategic Analysis : Conduct analysis on strategic
decisions related to supply chain management. - Financial Analysis
: Collect and analyze financial data to make projections, drive
strategy, and implement new operational initiatives. - Risk
Management: Identify supplier risks and formulate appropriate
mitigation strategies with the Global Supply Chain Management
(GSCM) team. - Process Documentation: Ensure process documentation
meets all legal requirements and internal procedures. - ERP
Management: Ensure accurate and up-to-date information in the ERP
system; lead ERP implementation if necessary. - Production Balance:
Optimize the balance between production lines, available capacity,
and customer requests. - Logistics Management: Manage logistics
needs of internal customers and optimize call-off strategies from
suppliers in line with the production value stream. What Makes You
Successful - Education : University degree in a relevant field. -
Experience : Extensive experience in internal logistics, including
shop floor planning, customer service, and supply chain management,
preferably in the automotive industry. - Language Skills: Fluency
in both English and Dutch. - Industry Knowledge: Experience with
Tier 1 supplier-direct to customer processes. - Technical Skills:
Proficiency in ERP systems, especially SAP, is highly desirable. -
Negotiation and Purchasing: Exceptional negotiation skills with
strong knowledge of purchasing, delivery, and materials management
principles. - Communication: Effective verbal and written
communication skills for engaging with internal and external
executive management and cross-functional teams. - Project
Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
independently, prioritizing effectively in a fast-paced
environment. - Attention to Detail: Strong time and project
management skills, with a detail-oriented and independent approach.
- Leadership: Experience in coaching and developing employees at
various levels within the organization. - Execution: Ability to
drive execution when necessary. What We Bring At Tenneco, we're not
just about jobs; we're about careers that flourish. Our commitment
extends beyond introducing innovative products; it's about
providing unparalleled service that leaves a lasting impact. We
embrace the richness of diverse talents, recognizing their
collective strength as the driving force behind our achievements.
If you're someone who thrives on discovering what lies ahead and
values meaningful professional relationships, you've found your
tribe with us. Step into our dynamic international environment,
where integrity, trust, and continuous growth are at the core of
our culture.