Head - Supply Chain - Electronics Manufacturing

Description:

Role Objectives:

- Establish and implement Supply Chain processes in alignment with corporate standards, in close collaboration with the global teams in Europe and USA.

- Lead planning and execution of the industrial transfer, ensuring operational readiness and successful production ramp up at the new plant.

- Serve as the on site Supply Chain authority, guiding all supply chain related decisions and strategies.

- Build, mentor, and develop the local Supply Chain team, ensuring strong operational capability for current and future needs.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee the complete supply chain function including procurement, production planning, master scheduling, warehousing, inventory control, and logistics.

- Drive planning and execution for the SAP B1 ERP deployment, including training, change management, and Go Live readiness for Supply Chain teams.

- Ensure capacity planning and resource adequacy to support the plants progressive ramp up in alignment with recruitment and operational plans.

- Lead Supply Chain activities during the industrial transfer, including supplier order transition, logistics flows, and planning synchronization.

- Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, process quality, and operational efficiency across all supply chain functions.

Candidate Profile:

Skills & Requirements:

- Minimum 20+ years of leadership experience in Supply Chain management.

- Strong background in electronics manufacturing and operations within complex industrial environments.

- Demonstrated experience in a senior Supply Chain leadership role with responsibility for multi disciplinary teams.

- Proven capability in leading largescale industrial transfers or greenfield manufacturing setups.

- Proven leadership, decision-making, and strategic execution skills.

- Experience in ERP implementation (preferably SAP) is highly advantageous.

- Strong commercial and supplier negotiation skills.

Interpersonal Competencies:

- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to operate effectively in a multicultural, global environment.

- Strong team orientation and the ability to collaborate, influence, and develop talent across functions.

- Leadership & People Development: Demonstrates the ability to inspire, coach, and develop teams; fosters accountability and high performance.

- Problem Solving & DecisionMaking: Datadriven, analytical approach with the ability to foresee risks and implement preventive solutions.

- Adaptability: Thrives in fastchanging environments, especially during rampup and industrialization phases.