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Griffith Foods is a global product development partner, specializing in high-quality food ingredients. We serve global and regional food companies worldwide. As a family business, we've valued people above all else for 100 years. Griffith is renowned for true, collaborative innovation. Our people care. We're committed to helping our customers create better products - and a better, more sustainable world. Learn more about Griffith Foods on www.griffithfoods.com.
The purpose of the role:
Leading Supply Chain for the Southern Business Unit, responsible for supporting the network of delivering products across the entire supply chain, from raw materials to end customers. This includes engaging in the design, planning, execution, control, and supervision of supply chain activities with the objectives of creating net value, building a competitive infrastructure, synchronizing supply with demand, developing and maintaining good relationships with 3rd parties, and measuring performance.
Responsibilities: Responsible for routinely reporting on department KPIs along with appropriate analysis and countermeasures where necessary. Managing the Supply Chain team that includes Scheduling, Procurement, and Logistics.Directs and coordinates Business Unit supply chain functions through values, strategy, resource optimization, profitability maximization, and KPIs resulting in the maximization of customer satisfaction.Develops appropriate supply chain strategy to maximize customer satisfaction at the lowest possible cost.Plans, manages, and collaborates in all activities related to the sourcing and procurement of necessary materials and supplies needed to meet the changing levels of product demand.Monitors and corrects inventory levels at outside warehouses (3PL) and internally to ensure rotation and maximize working capital.Anticipates, monitors, and provides relevant processes and upcoming changes on supply chain escalations and opportunities on the horizon.Defines supply chain processes and implements jointly with the EU SC CoE (Supply Chain Center of Excellence team).Manages demand by understanding the exit demand, quantity, due date, certainty, and priority of an organization's product.Ensures co-manufacturing, external warehousing, transport planning, import & export, and Sales & Operations planning are executed in SE, in close cooperation with the EU SC CoE.Monitors forecasts to identify changes or to determine their effect on supply chain activities.Builds relationships within the company and with external parties.Works with key stakeholders to determine and set up intercompany transfers.Works directly with the sales department to determine the most cost-effective distribution solution for finished goods transportation to customers.Supports proper utilization of the ERP system. Requirements: Bachelor of Industrial Organization or similar.Lean manufacturing knowledge is an asset.5 years of experience in managing Supply Chain or Operations departments.Strong and professional approach to take responsibility for all issues related to the position.Knowledge and understanding of ERP systems.Leads their team and influences other teams to reach business objectives.Good coaching and communication skills.Solid analytical skills with the ability to analyze problems and complex situations in a structured manner.Ethics: Treats people with respect, keeps commitments, works with integrity and ethically.Ability to work under pressure and prioritize workload appropriately.Attention to detail and able to balance what is important and what is urgent.Capacity to decide and delegate issues to the right function/department.Passion for success with a strong focus on getting results.Commitment to continuously looking for ways to improve the department. Working at Griffith Foods:
We are a caring family company where everyone has the opportunity to grow, follow their own personal purpose, and find fulfillment in their work. We support each other, demonstrate mutual respect, and nourish people's well-being. We believe in doing the right thing, especially when it is hard to do, and recognize that our success depends on our customers' success. Consequently, we work together, leveraging our skills, knowledge, and ideas to create exceptional products and solutions. We value diversity at our company and celebrate our cultural and personal differences, knowing that together, we create a unique source of strength. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.
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Other details: Job Family: Supply ChainJob Function: OperationsPay Type: SalaryEmployment Indicator: ESP - Permanent Full Time Ordinary [100]Job Start Date: Tuesday, October 1, 2024
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