Senior manager

Senior Manager - S&OP Transformation & Optimisation

This senior supply chain position plays a critical role in leading projects focused on people, processes, and systems to deliver cost, service, productivity, and forecast accuracy across the ANZ Zone.


About the Role

The Senior Manager S&OP Transformation is responsible for driving and executing major projects and programs within the logistics functions, serving as a capability enabler and ensuring a multi-functional approach is adopted.


Key Responsibilities:

* Co-own the development and implementation of S&OP strategy and results in collaboration with the S&OP LT.
* Actively engage with business units to ensure effective deployment of the S&OP strategy and monitoring of performance.
* Own change management and adoption, partnering with functional leads.
* Gather relevant information and data to support formulation of strategic plans.
* Provide support for Champions projects and facilitate discussions among zones to identify impactful levers and ideas to reach productivity targets.
* Take ownership of the S&OP KPI dashboard, analyzing and presenting main structural causes behind performance results.
* Ensure transparency and accountability in tracking and reporting on logistics performance.
* Conduct benchmarks, both internally and externally, to compare performance and identify best practices.
* Prepare and implement plans to maintain stock levels in line with minimising costs as per project Optimize savings initiative.
* Facilitate exchange of knowledge and learnings between zones to drive continuous improvement.
* Negotiate contracts with key suppliers to optimise cost savings and best practice.
* Drive standardization of sustainable processes and tools across zones, leveraging Log.os.
* Streamline and harmonize S&OP operations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
* Lead and manage S&OP CAPEX projects across ANZ Zone; this includes: design, plan, implement, and change management all within defined timelines and budget to deliver on program ambitions.


About You

* In-depth knowledge of supply chain management principles, S&OP logistics processes, and industry best practices.
* Proficient in data analysis and use of relevant tools and software to gather and interpret performance metrics.
* Experience in project management, with track record of successfully leading and executing projects.
* Familiarity with benchmarking methodologies and ability to apply insights to improve S&OP and logistics performance.
* Strong understanding of sustainability principles and ability to integrate them into S&OP and logistics processes and solutions.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to network and influence senior leaders across organisation through understanding and simplifying complicated concepts.
* Excellent leadership skills, with ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.


What We Offer:

* Hybrid Working – Flexibility around when and where you work.