Head of SCM Americas

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Are you a hands-on Supply Chain Leader who loves solving problems, guiding teams, and making a real impact with customers? We're on the lookout for an energetic and experienced Head of SCM to lead our amazing SCM Leadership team, representing a critical role in the organizational structure.

At Envalior, the future of high-performance materials isn't just being shaped; it's being pioneered. A belief in fostering an environment where every voice is heard and ideas are valued is integral to our culture. Empowerment is the driving force behind our pioneering spirit, allowing our teams to take initiative, explore new solutions, and revel in the thrill of constant innovation.

Join us and be part of a team committed to making a positive impact—where safety, sustainability, collaboration, and empowerment intersect to drive innovation.

IMAGINE THE FUTURE WITH ENVALIOR

Own the regional SCM value chain and act as the primary interface with global and regional functions, including Commercial, Manufacturing, Finance, R&D, and Procurement. This is a fast-paced role covering a wide variety of technical topics across different materials, applications, and industries. Your team will be supporting every stage of customer projects—from early concept to full-scale production.

Main Responsibilities

• Contribute as a member of the SCM Leadership Team to the development and implementation of supply chain strategy, planning, and operations to achieve organizational objectives
• Own the regional SCM value chain and act as the primary interface with other functions inside and outside SCM. Ensure alignment between Commercial, Manufacturing, and Procurement teams with supply chain objectives through the monthly IBP cycle
• Monitor execution of supply plans in accordance with the S&OP handshake process, balancing long-term tactical planning with short-term operational needs and taking corrective actions as required to meet targets
• Optimize the end-to-end supply chain to minimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Operating Working Capital while maintaining agreed customer service levels
• Ensure compliance with all SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) requirements related to SCM processes, particularly in logistics operations
• Drive standardization and harmonization of processes across sites and regions, and own productivity targets for the assigned region
• Manage the department's fixed cost budget, including monitoring, controlling, and reporting expenses on a regular basis

Requirements

The Ideal Candidate

• A degree in Business Administration, PhD in Organic Chemistry or something similar
• +10 years of Professional Experience
• Leadership experience is Key for this role
• Great people skills and the ability to lead and inspire
• Strategic problem solving
• Fluent English

Required Competencies Strategic Supply Chain Management

• Ability to develop and implement end-to-end supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives
• Expertise in IBP (Integrated Business Planning) and S&OP processes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Strong stakeholder management skills to interface with Commercial, Manufacturing, Finance, R&D, and Procurement globally and regionally
• Ability to influence and align diverse teams toward common goals

Operational Excellence & Planning

• Proficiency in balancing long-term tactical planning with short-term operational execution
• Skilled in monitoring supply plans and taking corrective actions to meet targets

Financial Acumen

• Understanding of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Operating Working Capital (OWC) optimization
• Budget management and cost control experience

Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

• Ability to integrate safety practices across multiple sites and legacy businesses

Process Standardization & Continuous Improvement

• Ability to drive harmonization and productivity improvements across regions
• Strong problem-solving and change management skills

Data-Driven Decision Making

• Analytical skills to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable strategies
• Familiarity with digital tools and reporting platforms (e.g., Celonis, Power BI)

Leadership & Team Development

• Capability to lead…