Industial Supply Chain Manager (m/w/d)

About the Job

The Industrial Supply Chain Manager (I‑SCM) is responsible for managing and optimizing the manufacturing and supply chain network to ensure cost‑effective, reliable, and scalable production.

The role leads industrialization initiatives such as volume ramp‑ups, manufacturing transfers, product changes, and supplier and factory onboardings while serving as the Supply Chain Management representative in industrialization projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead Volume Ramp‑Up (VRU) activities, manufacturing transfers, supplier and factory onboardings, and product optimization initiatives.
• Represent Supply Chain Management (SCM) in industrialization and Product Change Notification (PCN) projects, ensuring successful implementation and alignment with business objectives.
• Design and implement efficient end‑to‑end supply chain concepts, including material, capacity, and financial flows across internal and external manufacturing networks.
• Drive capacity planning and loading strategies by balancing internal and external manufacturing resources, ensuring compliance with contractual commitments while optimizing cost, flexibility, capacity utilization, and service levels.
• Establish and lead cross‑functional capacity and loading governance processes, including the development and maintenance of planning and loading tools.
• Analyze supply chain, inventory, demand, capacity, and supplier performance data, translating insights into actionable recommendations and management decisions.
• Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools to provide transparency, support decision‑making, and monitor supply chain performance.
• Identify and drive process improvements across planning, logistics, production, and supply chain operations to enhance efficiency, visibility, scalability, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Support and improve system‑driven processes through master data governance, data validation, process harmonization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead or contribute to cross‑functional SCM initiatives and transformation projects, driving operational excellence and supply chain optimization.
• Proactively identify supply, capacity, and operational risks and develop mitigation plans to ensure business continuity and supply chain resilience.
• Profile
• Master Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Manufacturing, or a comparable industry environment.
• Experience working in project‑driven and cross‑functional environments; exposure to industrialization or manufacturing transfer projects is considered an advantage.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and collaborate effectively in international organizations.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business decisions.
• High level of ownership, independence, and decision‑making capability combined with a hands‑on mentality.
• Strong process orientation with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to manage complex activities in dynamic environments.
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office applications; experience with data analytics and reporting tools such as Power BI is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trust‑based relationships across all organizational levels.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Core Competencies
• Supply Chain & Capacity Management
• Project & Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen
• Data Analytics & Performance Reporting
• Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
• Communication & Influencing Skills
• Agile Mindset & Change Management
• Attention to Detail & Execution Excellence
• D&I Statement

As an equal‑opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better.

We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

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