Location: Remote (Based in Germany)
Salary: Competitive
Company Overview:
A well-established and forward-thinking industrial company based in Stuttgart is undergoing a strategic transformation and is seeking an accomplished Vice President of Supply Chain to lead and shape its global supply chain organisation. This newly created executive role offers a unique opportunity to define and centralise the end-to-end supply chain strategy covering design, planning, logistics, and operational excellence while driving meaningful change across the business.
The company values visionary leadership combined with hands-on execution, empathy, and the ability to inspire teams at all levels.
The VP Supply Chain will be responsible for:
- Define and implement a global supply chain strategy aligned with the company's transformation objectives.
- Drive structural optimisation and performance improvement across the entire supply chain.
- Establish and monitor KPIs to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- Serve as a strategic interface between market demands and international sales subsidiaries.
- Oversee supply chain design and planning processes to ensure agility and efficiency.
- Lead initiatives that enhance planning accuracy, resource utilization, and responsiveness.
- Ensure timely, cost-effective delivery and distribution of products globally.
- Collaborate with process specialists to streamline operations and eliminate inefficiencies.
- Champion a culture of operational excellence and innovation.
- Identify organisational gaps and implement best practices to elevate supply chain capabilities.
- Lead and mentor a diverse, high-performing team including heads of logistics and planning.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and feedback-driven environment.
- Build trust and engage constructively across all levels of the organisation.
The VP Supply Chain should have the following qualifications:
- Proven track record in end-to-end supply chain leadership
- Strong strategic mindset with hands-on operational capabilities.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence across functions and cultures.
- Demonstrated success in leading transformation, solving complex operational challenges, and inspiring teams.
- Expertise in planning, supply chain design, and process improvement.
If you are a visionary supply chain leader ready to take on a transformative challenge, we invite you to apply.