Job Description:
The Global Head of Supply Chain will drive the global supply chain strategy, coordinating and managing operational and logistics aspects. This includes providing high-quality analysis, review, and decision support for leadership.
This is a hands-on role that requires higher-level analysis and review. The successful candidate will have significant experience operating within a fast-paced multinational environment. They should have a solid understanding of supply chain management in physical commodity trading and its impact on the business.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct a global analysis and review of supply chains, providing recommendations on structures and advising on clear deliverables.
* Design and implement an efficient logistics strategy to ensure the most efficient movement of coffee globally.
* Partner with Volcafe group companies/functions to identify areas for insourcing and automation across all existing and potential functions.
* Identify and propose solutions to existing deficiencies to keep cost and risk at a minimum.
* Drive change through the operation, identifying and facilitating adaptation for future business needs and ensuring optimal support and execution.
* Drive the digitalisation of the supply chain function.
* Work in a continuous improvement environment and be accountable for identifying and proactively addressing opportunities for cost reduction, performance improvement, and risk mitigation.
* Be responsible for building and developing collaborative internal and external relationships.
* Represent VOLCAFE in different Logistics Committee and working in project teams.
Team Management:
* Review the global team structure and make sure it is efficient and fit for purpose.
* Lead and manage the Global Supply Chain team, through matrix reporting lines globally.
Compliance:
* Own the dispute resolution process and provide guidance on compliance to terms and conditions.
* Ensure that appropriate and auditable standards, controls, and governance frameworks are in place.
* Continuously monitor and mitigate any logistical third-party provider risks globally.
* Pro-actively address contract non-compliance and performance issues.
Requirements:
* A supply chain and procurement professional with extensive category and supplier relationship management experience in physical commodities.
* Extensive team management experience and ability to work in a complex global matrix organisation.
* Knowledge of Internal controls, operational risk management, Collateral Management Agreement (CMA) and Stock Monitoring Agreement (SMA) services.
* Excellent leadership skills with proven ability of influencing and convincing at senior level.
* Risk and project management skills.
* Highly motivated individual with the ability to work under minimum supervision to deliver.
* Competency in Microsoft applications including Word and Excel.
We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.