Sr Manager, Supply Chain

Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company which has embraced the vision to delight its customers, while out-performing its competitors, a business which is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC's Values and of course loving chocolate.

Under the direction of the Site Manager, the Sr. Supply Chain Manager is responsible for all activities related to local Supply Chain: Warehouse and Transportation, Production Scheduling, Material Releasing. He or she must assure the integrity of the inventory accuracy. Must ensure that all activities concerning replenishment, handling and warehousing of the raw materials, packaging supplies and finish goods for the plants are properly done. His or her overall responsibility and authority includes taking decision on all re-engineering procedures and processes for the local supply chain activities.

Supervision:
? Provide direction and support for all supply chain teams (planning, warehouse, traffic, and inventory).
? Team's Training & Development.
? Reinforce company policies (Food & EE safety, Quality, Regulatory, Disciplinary, GMPs).
Inventory Management:
? Assure the use of company assets by managing production lot sizes and supplier replenishment
? Assure inventory budget targets of raw and packaging material and finish goods
? Ensure that all raw and packaging material and finish goods inventory is properly engineered and linkage with planning is properly communicated
? Ensure inventory accuracy
Material Handling
? Manager reception of all goods at the site
? Manage conformance of shipment with Bill of Lading
? Optimize floor space utilization
? Manage JIT deliveries to production lines
? Coordinate the control and variances of the inventory differences
Replenishment
? Manage MRP recommendations and ensures availability of raw and packaging material
? Assures the processes of the replenishment and return of material related to supplier quality issues

Responsible to ensure supplier delivery, reliability and quantity compliance; addresses various issues as they occur
? Communicates weekly our future material requirements with suppliers
? Ensures that production scheduling is in line with customer requirements in order to meet the customer demand
? Manages MRP recommendations of finish goods products and ensures that production scheduling optimizes the utilization of the production equipment
? Works closely with Customer Service Manager in resolving with the scheduling department the different issues related to product shortages
Finance
? Knows and understands the financial reports related to his or her local activities.
? Works with Regional Supply Chain Manager on the preparation of the labor and expenses budget.
? Explains monthly variances to his or her budget.
? Analyzes financial impact of decisions and prioritizes efforts

General
? Leads and participates in operations/site project teams as required.
? Develops, tracks and publishes weekly and monthly Key Performance Indicators.
? Committed to providing a safe food product.
? Works within all regulatory requirements.
? Ability to adhere to GMP practices and all other food safety and food defense requirements. ? Notify the leader in charge of any anomaly that is outside the procedure. ? Respect the safety rules and take care of yourself and your colleagues respecting and following the safety procedures in force in the company. ? Report unsafe acts and conditions. ? Participate in mandatory training sessions. ? Commit to fulfill the expectations of quality and service of the clients, as well as the current regulatory compliance applicable to the food industry. ? Responsible for reporting any situation of potential or real danger to your superior and the Quality department. ? Keep the area, tools and equipment in your care clean and tidy.

? Firmly follow the GMP's.
Education:
? High school diploma or equivalency.
Work Experience:
? 5+ years in supply chain positions in leadership positions, ideally in the food manufacturing.
? Expert knowledge of SAP and WMS appropriate modules.
? ERP or related experience needed.
? Leadership experience required (supervision/management).
? Strong communication skills & customer service skills.
? Ability to work independently and meeting deadlines.