Vice President

Key Responsibilities as the Vice President of Supply Chain Center of Excellence at Fluence:

• Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) 
• Drive a robust S&OP process, ensuring seamless alignment between demand forecasting, supply planning, and inventory management. 
• Collaborate with global and regional leaders to implement SAP-driven production scheduling and inventory planning, supporting business objectives. 
• Standardize S&OP practices across regions to foster collaboration, transparency, and accountability. 
• Global Supply Chain Planning & Optimization 
• Develop and oversee global practices for demand, supply, and inventory planning to maximize efficiency and consistency. 
• Use SAP ERP to create integrated, data-driven planning processes that support balanced demand and supply operations worldwide. 
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to optimize resources, reduce costs, and enhance service levels. 
• LEAN & Continuous Improvement 
• Champion LEAN and Six Sigma methodologies, driving process improvements to cut waste, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiencies. 
• Build a culture of continuous improvement through standardized work practices, visual management systems, and global KPIs. 
• Lead LEAN training programs, workshops, and cross-regional projects to inspire a commitment to excellence. 
• Quality Management & Compliance 
• Establish quality management processes that ensure consistency, reliability, and customer satisfaction across global supply chain operations. 
• Develop global quality standards and conduct audits to ensure compliance with regulations, industry standards, and safety protocols. 
• Drive corrective and preventive actions to address risks, uphold compliance, and meet quality objectives. 
• SAP ERP & Data Integration 
• Leverage SAP ERP to streamline forecasting, planning, and quality management across operations, ensuring data accuracy and transparency. 
• Lead data governance initiatives to enhance data quality and enable informed decision-making across supply chain systems. 
• Optimize SAP ERP modules for alignment with business goals, improving operational efficiency and planning accuracy. 
• Performance Metrics & Reporting 
• Define and monitor global KPIs to evaluate S&OP, planning, LEAN, quality, and SAP ERP performance, aligning metrics with corporate objectives. 
• Use SAP and other data sources to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and drive strategic recommendations. 
• Provide regular performance updates to executive leadership, highlighting achievements and action plans for continuous improvement. 
• Global Team Leadership & Collaboration 
• Build, mentor, and lead a global team focused on collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence. 
• Partner with finance, operations, and procurement leaders to ensure alignment of planning and quality initiatives with business objectives. 
• Foster open communication and knowledge sharing across regions, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred. 
• 10+ years in supply chain management, with expertise in S&OP, planning, LEAN, quality, and SAP ERP. 
• Proven track record managing global teams and driving large-scale process improvements across regions. 
• Deep expertise in SAP ERP, specifically in modules for supply chain planning, inventory management, and quality control. 
• Strong foundation in LEAN, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies, with demonstrated success in enhancing global efficiency and quality. 
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and strategic skills with a focus on root cause analysis and continuous improvement. 
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills for complex, global networks.

Additional Skills:

• Familiarity with international compliance standards in supply chain and quality management. 
• Ability to lead complex projects with a hands-on, adaptable approach in a dynamic environment. 
• Proven skill in balancing strategic priorities with operational needs on a global scale.