Supply Chain Manager

Requisition ID : 56022

Position Type : FT Permanent

Workplace Arrangement : #LI-Onsite

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

We’re currently recruiting a Supply Chain Manager to join our team here at Kerry in Pinto, south part of Madrid. We’re looking for a candidate with high energy and a strong desire to learn and grow within the business. The ideal candidate will not only have a knowledge of Supply Chain management but will also display our Kerry values and be enthusiastic about consolidating a good team and collaborating transversally with the other departments. It is a permanent and full-time position.

Key responsibilities

• Managing and delivering agreed Supply Chain KPIs and ensuring process compliance with Kerry’s tools.
• Overseeing a team of 9 direct reports, focusing on both day-to-day management and employee development.
• Collaborating with Sales, Operations, and Customer Service teams.
• Developing, monitoring, and improving KPIs in relevant areas.
• Suggesting and leading solutions for process improvements.
• Managing the Supply Chain budget and identifying opportunities to reduce costs.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and customers.
• Coordinating the efficient purchase of raw materials (both national and imported) to ensure timely and accurate execution against the production plan.
• Managing end-to-end inventory and stock control, including SKU rationalization decisions.
• Updating and developing policies and procedures with a focus on operational efficiencies through data quality and process standardization.
• Managing day-to-day master data management activities across a virtual global organization.
• Facilitating New Product Introductions by providing expertise and functional support related to SAP material master setup, workflow management, and issue escalation.

Qualifications and skills

In Kerry we know that sometimes the perfect candidate doesn’t exist, and people can be put off applying for a role if they don’t fit all the requirements. If you are excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience, then please do apply as you could be exactly what we are looking for.

Why should I apply?

In return, we can offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, as well as the opportunity for self-growth and career development within one of the world’s leading manufacturers of food and nutrition technology.

At Kerry, we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to work in a multinational company with great tools, while also making a significant impact at the local level within a small, dedicated team.

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