FAQs
What is the primary focus of the Global Sales Supply Chain Design Expert position?
The primary focus is to understand customer demands, balance service levels, costs, and carbon emissions through a demand-driven service offering while contributing to vertical innovation and growth.
What are the key responsibilities of this role?
Key responsibilities include qualifying opportunities, creating value propositions, engaging clients with supply chain design consulting, delivering business cases, conducting collaborative sessions, transitioning projects, coaching teams, and contributing to sustainability programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
What experience is required for this position?
A minimum of 10 years of project management experience is required, along with a background in strategic supply chain management, forwarding and 4th party logistics operational knowledge, and experience in process mapping and re-engineering.
What qualifications are necessary for applicants?
Applicants should hold a Bachelor's or a First University Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering.
How does this position interact with clients?
The Global Sales Supply Chain Design Expert will engage clients to understand their supply chain strategies and needs, introduce consulting methodologies, and secure buy-in to proceed with project initiatives.
What skills are important for success in this role?
Important skills include strategic supply chain management knowledge, project management experience, expertise in continuous improvement methodologies (like Lean and Six Sigma), and the ability to build collaborative relationships with clients.
Will I be involved in sustainability activities?
Yes, the role includes identifying strategic sustainability demands, developing sustainability programs, and incorporating sustainability activities into continuous improvement projects and business cases.
What methodologies will be utilized in this position?
The role will utilize and improve tools and methodologies for supply chain design, as well as methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma for continuous improvement programs.
What is the expected collaborative approach for this role?
The Global Sales Supply Chain Design Expert is expected to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Global Key Account Managers and other business units, to integrate continuous improvement principles into all aspects of service delivery.
What role does innovation play in this position?
Innovation is crucial, as the position involves contributing to formalizing innovation resulting from delivered projects and participating in requests for quotation (RFQ) processes that require strategic solution elements and innovative proposals.