European Supply Chain Business Partner Lead 
Location: Flexible within Europe (preferred: Warsaw, Bagnolo, Busnago, Breukelen, Oslo, Viladecans) 

Lead the heartbeat of Supply Chain Execution at Solenis. 

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals, providing sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries such as food & beverage, manufacturing, and institutional services. Owned by Platinum Equity, our mission is to drive efficiency, protect assets, and enable a cleaner, safer world. 

We are now seeking a European Supply Chain Business Partner Lead with an S&OE focus — a key leadership role that connects commercial strategy with operational execution across Europe. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing team, strengthen the link between business and supply chain, and drive service excellence through structured governance, analytics, and collaboration. 

Key Challenges 

Strategic Leadership and Business Partnering 
• Lead and develop a team of Supply Chain Business Partners across Europe. 
• Act as the primary supply chain partner to the commercial organization, managing service, costs and quality improvement for customers 
• Build alignment, capability, and collaboration across European markets to ensure consistent execution. 

Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) Leadership 
• Design, implement, and continuously drive & improve the S&OE process (0–8 weeks horizon). 
• Establish governance, cadence, and decision-making structure to synchronize supply, demand, and service performance. 
• Bridge the gap between strategic planning and operational delivery across Europe.  

Performance & Process Excellence 
• Drive end-to-end supply chain performance management through KPIs, dashboards, and reason-coding frameworks. 
• Instil discipline and accountability in execution, reducing order slippage and improving service reliability. 
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance process efficiency, digitalization, and continuous improvement. 

Cross-Functional Influence and Stakeholder Management 
• Serve as a critical link between Supply Chain, Commercial, and Customer Service functions. 
• Influence senior leaders, align priorities, and drive cross-regional problem-solving. 
• Support tenders, product rollouts, and business transformation projects to strengthen commercial execution. 

About You 

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred). 
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in supply chain, planning, manufacturing, or customer service. 
• Proven experience leading teams in a regional or complex matrix environment. 
• Strong analytical mindset with proficiency in Power BI and Excel. 
• Background in LEAN, Six Sigma, or process improvement and change management. 
• Calm, structured, and decisive – able to “set the drumbeat” for team cadences and governance. 
• Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management and influencing skills. 
• Deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain and commercial interdependencies. 
• Willingness to travel across Europe (10–15%). 

Why Solenis? 

At Solenis, you’ll join a purpose-driven organization where sustainability meets innovation. You will: 
• Lead a pan-European team that shapes the link between commercial and supply chain strategy. 
• Drive operational excellence across multiple markets and global customer accounts. 
• Be part of a culture focused on problem-solving, collaboration, and continuous improvement. 
• Receive a competitive compensation package including annual bonus, hybrid working flexibility, and career growth opportunities. 

Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

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