Supply Chain Manager (open to “categorie protette”)
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Location: Province of Naples, Italy
Company: Leading manufacturer of electrical components for industrial applications
Mission: Oversee and manage the end-to-end supply chain processes, ensuring efficient procurement and inventory management. This role is crucial to our operations, supporting our commitment to delivering high-quality products to customers worldwide.
Key Responsibilities:
* Procurement:
* Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective raw materials and components sourcing.
* Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers and negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing.
* Monitor and manage supplier performance to ensure quality and reliability.
* Resolve any supply chain issues or disruptions promptly and effectively.
* Monitor MP cost increases and support any resulting commercial actions.
* Maintain the Supplier Register (including the criticality and performance values).
* Evaluate the performance of current suppliers and implement corrective actions.
* Renegotiate/define new supply contracts with suppliers, price lists, and minimum/maximum order amounts, and find alternatives where necessary.
* Analyse Megatron's suppliers and select at least three suppliers for each item, defining the first and second choice among the three.
* Ensure that each purchase order line is associated with the corresponding delivery date confirmed by the supplier.
* Inventory Management:
* Oversee inventory control procedures to maintain optimal stock levels and minimise excess or obsolete inventory.
* Implement inventory tracking systems to ensure the accuracy and availability of materials.
* Conduct regular inventory audits and analyse data to forecast future inventory needs.
* Logistics:
* Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics to ensure timely delivery of materials and finished products.
* Manage shipping and receiving processes, including international shipments and customs documentation.
* Optimise logistics operations to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
* Compliance and Documentation:
* Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
* Maintain accurate records and documentation for procurement, inventory, and logistics activities.
* Identify and implement process improvements to enhance supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.
* Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to drive innovation within the supply chain.
Requirements:
Must-haves:
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
* Strong analytical skills.
* Experience in supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
* Strong knowledge of procurement, inventory management, and logistics principles.
* Fluency in Italian and English (mandatory level B2 or above).
* Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Nice-to-have:
* Experience in the electronics or sensor manufacturing industry.
* Knowledge of international shipping and customs regulations.
* Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CSCP).
* Knowledge of other European languages (Portuguese, Spanish, French, German).
Other required skills:
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Customer-centric; effectively relates to customers and prospects.
* Perseverance and tenacity; view a “no” as motivation to work harder.
* Flexible and able to optimally allocate time and resources.
* Proactive problem solver with a sense of urgency.
* Action-oriented; takes initiative and does not wait for instructions.
* Team player; works effectively and collaboratively with colleagues.
* Highly organised; capable of achieving goals and meeting deadlines.
* Adaptable; thrives in a start-up environment and shapes undefined processes.
* Resilient under stress; eager to learn and improve daily.
* Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
* Works independently and as part of a team with open communication.
* Strong professional ethics.
Why Join Us:
The successful candidate will join a dynamic, growing company with a start-up spirit. We seek individuals willing to engage deeply, uphold professional ethics, and embrace a meritocratic work approach.
This role may *NOT* be for you if you:
* Dislike working towards targets.
* Prefer highly structured environments.
* Prefer a slower pace.
* Don’t embrace change.
How to Apply:
* Cover letter written in English (500 words max).
* Do not send your LinkedIn profile.
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full-time
Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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