Supply Chain Manager Balancing Cost / Inventory (f/m/d)

At HARTMANN, we’re all in to help , care , protect and grow . We support healthcare professionals, that they can focus on what really matters : to positively impact people s life.

We realize solutions that make a difference. And with your commitment you can grow on your job every day. At HARTMANN we believe in the difference you can make.

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DEU-Heidenheim

As a strategic leader in Supply Chain, are you ready to take on a new global challenge within the HARTMANN GROUP? We are seeking a new Head of Supply Chain Management (f / m / d) for one of our regions to provide strategic direction and leadership to local SCM teams.

In this role, you will ensure the development of a resilient and future-proof supply chain structure that meets the current and future demands of the expanding healthcare business.

Your Tasks :

• Act as a strong business partner and key stakeholder , representing the Supply Chain function and driving both priorities and initiatives to ensure development of the Supply Chain space.
• Set performance targets for supply chain operations and drive operating units to achieve these targets.
• Ensure the distribution network is optimized to support the supply strategies whilst balancing cost / inventory / service and security.
• Ensure exceptional stakeholder management at all levels and communicate effectively to enhance the credibility of the supply chain function across the organization and gain high visibility.
• Create, develop, and support the process of continuous improvement with the aim to reduce cost, improve quality and increase efficiency and to optimize supply chain performance.
• Coach and develop the direct reporting team to ensure they have the appropriate skills and knowledge to drive the business forward and empowers site heads.
• Establish and support strong and effective relationships in a high-performance culture which creates transparency, innovation, efficiency, and team working .

Your Profile :

• Educational Background : A relevant academic degree in business administration with focus on Supply Chain or equivalent professional qualification.
• Extensive Operational Responsibility : Proven experience in managing both commercial and operational aspects within an End-to-End Supply Chain environment in a matrix organizational structure.
• Leadership Experience : Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams (also remotely), with a strong track record in team leadership or supervisory roles
• Strong Analytical Skills : Excellent analytical abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Intercultural Experience : Experience working in diverse, multicultural environments.
• Fluent in English : Proficient in English, with strong negotiation and communication skills .
• Mobility and Flexibility : Willingness to travel and adapt to hybrid working models.

Benefits :

• Flexible working conditions, such as flexible working hours and mobile working
• International Mobile Working
• Attractive ways of combining work and family life , e.g. childcare subsidy
• 30 days paid leave per year, plus special leave for exceptional life events
• Subsidized company vehicle incl. private usage
• Company pension plan with attractive employer contribution incl. matching model for deferred compensation
• Plenty of parking spaces, canteen with café bar and ongoing offers in the employee shop
• Access to over 6000 fitness and yoga studios, swimming pools as well as Crossfit and bouldering halls ( EGYM Wellpass )
• Various health and fitness offers , e.g. skin cancer screenings, online courses for mental health, massage offers, yoga during lunch break etc.
• Job Bike Leasing
• Attractive discounts on e.g. travel, fashion and technology via our corporate benefits platform

Shape a career that’s focused on healthcare customers, fit for the future and grounded in a culture of trust and openness.

Apply now via our online platform.

Your personal contact :

Lisa-Marie Soldner