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Unit Manager Supply Planning GPHE
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Alfa Laval
About The Job The Unit Manager supply chain develops and coordinates the unit. This person is responsible for ensuring that the unit meets agreed factory end‑to‑end performance, short‑to‑mid‑term goals and customer expectations. The unit coordinates sourcing, purchasing, factory planning and non‑project production orders. This onsite position is located in Richmond, VA.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the performance, input and output of the unit, including financial responsibility.
Set and follow up on targets for the unit, broken down from factory level and clearly linked to factory performance.
Oversee the planning and execution of supply‑chain activities, including demand forecasting, inventory management and procurement.
Manage the standard order team.
Create, update and maintain supply‑chain processes to ensure efficient and cost‑effective operations.
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess supply‑chain performance and drive continuous improvement.
Implement inventory sourcing strategies to minimise stockouts, reduce carrying costs and optimise inventory levels.
Implement and maintain the supply‑chain processes within the unit.
Develop and motivate people to grow with the company.
Implement policies, standards, values and culture.
Responsible for safety of the people, processes and produced products; quality and Q‑system; delivery; and cost.
Secure standardised work and SOP.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost optimisation within the supply‑chain and implement effective solutions.
Support and initiate supplier development activities together with support functions.
Participate in NEP and give input to EPD.
Secure the results of continuous‑improvement activities in the unit, including Lean Six Sigma and 5S.
Support problem‑solving and improvement activities.
Participate in creating the operational plan.
Understand and deal with the real problems of the unit by being present.
Involved in new‑product development and give input to EPD (existing product development).
Ensure that supply‑chain processes within the unit are implemented and maintained.
What You Know
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, business, engineering, supply‑chain management or equivalent, and a minimum of five years’ experience in engineering and/or construction or equivalent work/field/military experience.
Master of Engineering or supply‑chain (preferred) or equivalent experience.
Leadership and management skills.
Minimum three years of experience from a production/manufacturing company in the supply‑chain area.
Experience with improvement tools such as 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen.
Project work experience.
Financial competence.
Communication skills.
Negotiation skills.
Detail oriented.
Resilience.
Problem‑solving skills.
What’s in It for You At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. The base salary for this role typically ranges from $110,000 to $120,000. We pride ourselves on an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences.
Alfa Laval is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Unit Manager Supply Planning GPHE
role at
Alfa Laval
About The Job The Unit Manager supply chain develops and coordinates the unit. This person is responsible for ensuring that the unit meets agreed factory end‑to‑end performance, short‑to‑mid‑term goals and customer expectations. The unit coordinates sourcing, purchasing, factory planning and non‑project production orders. This onsite position is located in Richmond, VA.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the performance, input and output of the unit, including financial responsibility.
Set and follow up on targets for the unit, broken down from factory level and clearly linked to factory performance.
Oversee the planning and execution of supply‑chain activities, including demand forecasting, inventory management and procurement.
Manage the standard order team.
Create, update and maintain supply‑chain processes to ensure efficient and cost‑effective operations.
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess supply‑chain performance and drive continuous improvement.
Implement inventory sourcing strategies to minimise stockouts, reduce carrying costs and optimise inventory levels.
Implement and maintain the supply‑chain processes within the unit.
Develop and motivate people to grow with the company.
Implement policies, standards, values and culture.
Responsible for safety of the people, processes and produced products; quality and Q‑system; delivery; and cost.
Secure standardised work and SOP.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost optimisation within the supply‑chain and implement effective solutions.
Support and initiate supplier development activities together with support functions.
Participate in NEP and give input to EPD.
Secure the results of continuous‑improvement activities in the unit, including Lean Six Sigma and 5S.
Support problem‑solving and improvement activities.
Participate in creating the operational plan.
Understand and deal with the real problems of the unit by being present.
Involved in new‑product development and give input to EPD (existing product development).
Ensure that supply‑chain processes within the unit are implemented and maintained.
What You Know
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, business, engineering, supply‑chain management or equivalent, and a minimum of five years’ experience in engineering and/or construction or equivalent work/field/military experience.
Master of Engineering or supply‑chain (preferred) or equivalent experience.
Leadership and management skills.
Minimum three years of experience from a production/manufacturing company in the supply‑chain area.
Experience with improvement tools such as 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen.
Project work experience.
Financial competence.
Communication skills.
Negotiation skills.
Detail oriented.
Resilience.
Problem‑solving skills.
What’s in It for You At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. The base salary for this role typically ranges from $110,000 to $120,000. We pride ourselves on an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences.
Alfa Laval is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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