Summary of this role:
The Global Supply Chain Manager – LFE is responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end global supply chain for the Lubricants and Fluid Engineering (LFE) business. This pivotal role sets strategic direction for supply and asset management, oversees a multinational team, and drives operational excellence to support business growth. As a trusted partner to LFE business leaders, the manager demonstrates outstanding business acumen, cross-cultural sensitivity, and a results-oriented mindset to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and compliant supply chain solutions worldwide

 

Key responsibilities

 

Operations Oversight

Oversee day-to-day supply chain operations, ensuring efficient execution of order fulfillment, logistics, inventory management, and customer service across global locations. Monitor operational performance and resolve issues to maintain service excellence and continuous flow of materials. Lead the global S&OP process, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to align demand forecasts, supply plans, financial targets, and inventory strategies.

 

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Demand Planning to align supply strategies with forecasts and market requirements. Collaborate with Strategic Planning to integrate long-term business objectives into supply chain and asset strategies, including capacity planning, sourcing, and network optimization. Partner with Procurement to optimize sourcing activities, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost efficiencies. Build strong relationships with other corporate functions to support new product launches, market expansion, and strategic initiatives. Define the supply chain Service Level agreement with 3PM tollers collaboratively with 3PM team to ensure supply reliability and quality standards.

 

People Management & Leadership

Lead, develop, and inspire a global supply chain team, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Set clear objectives and performance metrics, provide coaching and development opportunities, and drive team performance.

 

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

Lead continuous improvement initiatives across planning, logistics, inventory management, and customer service etc. Promote adoption of best practices, process standardization, and digital supply chain tools for the LFE portfolio.

 

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree preferred). 10+ years of supply chain experience, ideally within the lubricants, fluid engineering, or chemical industry. Demonstrated success in managing global supply chain operations and leading international teams. Strong business acumen with the ability to partner strategically with LFE business leaders. Exceptional cross-cultural communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills. Results-driven with a proven track record in supply chain transformation and performance improvement. Proficient in supply chain systems and analytics, preferably within the LFE or chemical sector.

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