Director, Materials Management

PPD (Thermo Fisher)

Eindhoven, Netherlands
Competitive remuneration; annual incentive plan bo...
Fully remote
Integrated supply chain experience in global organization
Lean principles and practical process improvement ppi
Supplier relationship transformation and risk mitigation
This role drives competitive advantage by establishing Lean supply chain collaborations with key strategic suppliers to ensure material availability and cost efficiency

Job Summary

  • This role drives competitive advantage by establishing Lean supply chain collaborations with key strategic suppliers to ensure material availability and cost efficiency.
  • The position requires leading supplier forecast aggregation, capacity planning, and managing global material blocking while harmonizing processes using Six Sigma and VSM methods.
  • Candidates will benefit from a competitive remuneration package including an annual incentive plan bonus scheme and outstanding career development prospects within an innovative culture.

Matching Summary

This role drives competitive advantage by establishing Lean supply chain collaborations with key strategic suppliers to ensure material availability and cost efficiency.

Salary

Competitive remuneration; Annual incentive plan bonus scheme; Range of employee benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Integrated Supply Chain experience in global organization
  • Lean principles and Practical Process Improvement PPI
  • Supplier relationship transformation and risk mitigation
  • Materials management and capacity planning expertise
  • Vendor performance review and root cause analysis

Nice-to-have

  • High-mix low-volume industrial environment experience
  • Data-driven storytelling and cross-functional influence
  • Digital transformation initiatives in supply chain
  • Master's degree in supply chain management
  • Thermo Fisher 4-I values embodiment

Key Requirements

  • Multiple years of practical ISC experience
  • Leadership experience in capability development
  • Advanced English language proficiency
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%

Work Rights

Not specified

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