Parafix, in collaboration with Addev, is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Supply Chain Director to join our dynamic team. This senior management role is pivotal in developing and implementing supply chain strategies that align with our business goals and objectives. The successful candidate will lead a team of procurement, planning, and warehouse professionals at our Lancing site and guide the supply chain community across Europe, particularly in France, the UK, and Poland.
Overview:
As the Supply Chain Director, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless coordination and integration of our supply chain activities, from procurement to delivery. You will lead a dedicated team across procurement, planning and warehouse. You will also work closely with various departments to streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance overall supply chain performance. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment with ample room for growth and development.
Parafix Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a team of procurement, warehouse and planning professionals, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities to ensure high performance and engagement.
- Develop and implement strategic supply chain initiatives to optimise efficiency, reduce costs, and improve lead times.
- Oversee procurement processes, including vendor selection, negotiation, compliance and contract management, to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and services.
- Co-ordinate Production planning processes, balancing needs of customers and production workload/capacity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including logistics, production, sales, and finance, to forecast demand, plan inventory levels, and maintain optimal stock levels.
- Monitor and analyse key performance metrics, such as inventory turnover, and on-time delivery, to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous optimisation.
- Mitigate supply chain risks by identifying potential disruptions, implementing contingency plans, and establishing strong relationships with suppliers and logistics partners.
- Establish, maintain, and improve supply chain macro processes (S&OP, warehouse and logistics management, procurement, sales administration).
- Track KPI performance, identify gaps, and develop resolutions.
- Align and define the group roadmap, particularly focusing on the digital transformation of solutions developed at the corporate level.
- On-board new supply chain managers.
- Serve as the point of contact for corporate operational excellence and IT performance project definition and deployment.
- Conduct monthly online meetings and quarterly face-to-face meetings.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in supply chain management within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of supply chain principles, processes, and best practices, with an experience of driving operational excellence and cost savings.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and lead cross-functional teams effectively.
- Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools, such as ERP systems, demand planning software, and data analytics platforms.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including the ability to inspire and motivate teams, foster a culture of collaboration and drive results.
- Experience within health care manufacturing.
If you are a results-driven supply chain professional looking for an exciting opportunity to lead and innovate in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV to .
About the Addev Group:
Founded in 2006, ADDEV Materials is an international mid-sized company, with 800 employees, in 17 industrial plants in Europe, North America and Asia, for an annual sales turnover of 225 million euros. The headquarters is based in Lyon, France.
Our expertise is organized around three strategic international activities:
- Distribution, Custom packaging and Manufacturing of Chemicals & Consumables for Aerospace & Defense.
- Distribution, Converting and Manufacturing of Adhesives & Tapes for Mobility, Industry & Healthcare.
- Converting of Technical films, Fibers & Electrical insulatives for Power & Electronics.
The purpose of ADDEV Materials is to "Converting industrial challenges into sustainable materials solutions" by supporting its clients in their ecological and energy transition, offering sustainable materials solutions using alternative materials, a network of local facilities reducing logistic impact, and customized technical expertise reducing waste. ADDEV Materials aims to support their customers to consume better, offering more added value using less resources.
Parafix is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or nationality.
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