Supply Chain Manager

Job Description

How can you contribute to our growth and transformation?

We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager who will play a key role in driving operational excellence, supporting business growth, and strengthening our end-to-end supply chain performance.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and developing the Supply Chain organization, including Production Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse Management, and Logistics.
• Developing and implementing supply chain strategies, processes, and policies to ensure efficient and sustainable operations.
• Ensuring material availability to support customer requirements and production plans.
• Optimizing inventory levels, working capital, and operational costs while improving efficiency and reducing waste.
• Monitoring and evaluating Supply Chain KPIs and implementing improvement initiatives based on performance results.
• Managing warehouse operations and ensuring effective inventory control.
• Leading, motivating, and developing the Supply Chain team, including recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and performance management.
• Ensuring compliance with company standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.
• Driving a culture of continuous improvement through Lean principles, 5S, Kaizen, and other operational excellence initiatives.
• Collaborating closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Commercial teams to support business objectives and customer satisfaction.

How will your typical workday look like?

• Reviewing Supply Chain performance, operational priorities, and key business metrics.
• Coordinating production planning, procurement, inventory management, and logistics activities.
• Working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of customer orders and production plans.
• Identifying supply chain risks and implementing mitigation actions.
• Leading team meetings, coaching employees, and supporting their professional development.
• Analyzing performance data and driving improvement projects focused on productivity, cost optimization, and service levels.
• Collaborating with suppliers and external partners to ensure reliable supply and delivery performance.
• Supporting strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening operational efficiency and business growth.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Supply Chain leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience managing planning, purchasing, warehouse, and logistics functions.
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP is an advantage).
• Strong people management and leadership experience.
• Good command of English (B2 level or higher) and Slovak language.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.

What will make you successful in this role?

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and engage teams.
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on approach to execution.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Results-driven attitude focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• High level of accountability, integrity, and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently while building strong cross-functional relationships.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills across all organizational levels.

What can we offer?

• Stable employment in an international company
• 13th salary
• Transportation allowance and anniversary bonuses
• Employer-funded language courses
• Interest-free employee loans up to €2,000
• Referral bonus for recommending a new employee (€500)
• Marriage bonus (€285)
• Recreation allowance
• Pharmacy voucher worth €100
• Flexible working hours and occasional home office option

Qualifications

Additional Information

Successful candidates will be employed under local employment conditions and must already satisfy local employment/work permit and residency regulations.

Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalized agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.

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