Head of COO Supply Chain Solutions

Job Description

The Head of COO Supply Chain Solutions leads the global Supply Chain Solutions function within Business Platforms & Applications, driving strategy, transformation, and operational excellence across end-to-end supply chain systems.

• Lead and scale a global Supply Chain Solutions organization, ensuring high performance, alignment, and collaboration across regions
• Define and execute the end-to-end supply chain technology strategy aligned with business priorities and digital transformation initiatives
• Serve as the senior IT partner to COO and Supply Chain leadership, translating business needs into scalable, value-driven solutions
• Own, modernize, and optimize the global application portfolio across planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and warehouse operations
• Drive large-scale transformation programs (e.g., ERP/SAP S/4HANA), process standardization, and system harmonization
• Establish and enforce governance, standards, operating models, and best practices across the supply chain technology landscape
• Lead cross-functional product teams and Business IT Integrated Teams (BITs) to ensure successful delivery and stakeholder alignment
• Oversee budgets, resource allocation, and vendor/partner management, ensuring cost efficiency and value realization
• Ensure compliance with enterprise architecture, data governance, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements
• Drive innovation, continuous improvement, KPI performance, and talent development to enhance organizational effectiveness

Qualifications

• Degree in IT, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is a plus
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in IT, digital transformation, or supply chain technology within complex, global organizations
• Proven track record managing global teams and leading leaders, with strong experience in matrix and cross-functional environments
• Demonstrated success delivering large-scale transformation programs (e.g., ERP/SAP S/4HANA), including business process redesign and change management
• Deep functional expertise across end-to-end supply chain domains, including planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, and S&OP
• Strong experience with enterprise platforms, including ERP (preferably SAP S/4HANA) and related systems such as WMS, TMS, APS, MES, and analytics tools
• Solid understanding of enterprise architecture, system integration, data governance, and modern cloud-based application landscapes
• Proven leadership capabilities in building high-performing teams, coaching leaders, and driving talent development and succession planning
• Strong commercial and operational acumen, with experience managing budgets, vendors, and external service providers to deliver measurable business value
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills; fluent in English, with additional languages considered an advantage

Additional Information

• Self-determined, flexible work through trust-based working hours and home office options
• Attractive performance-based compensation including vacation and Christmas bonuses in a company bound by collective agreements
• Grow with us through the diverse learning and training opportunities offered by the LEONI Academy
• Modern office concepts with communicative layouts, work islands, and quiet zones
• Stay fit and healthy with regular health days, preventive check-ups, and group sports activities

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