Brambles

Lead and improve serialization processes and equipment rollout across regions, managing stakeholders and tracking performance. | Engineering degree with 10+ years in manufacturing or supply chain, technical project leadership, and continuous improvement experience. | CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model. Job Description Are you an engineering leader who thrives at the intersection of technology, operations, and continuous improvement? Do you enjoy solving complex challenges, influencing cross-functional teams, and driving the evolution of innovative solutions at scale? Join CHEP's Supply Chain Digital Readiness team as a Serialization (S+) Process Solutions Lead, where you'll play a pivotal role in advancing our S+ serialization ecosystem across North America and beyond. In this highly visible global role, you'll partner with engineering, operations, digital, and supplier teams to optimize processes, enhance equipment performance, lead pilot initiatives, and drive the successful scaling of cutting-edge serialization technologies. This is an opportunity to combine technical expertise, strategic thinking, and operational excellence to shape the future of supply chain innovation. Key Responsibilities May Include: Develop and manage large-scale capital engineering projects for automation, IoT and continuous improvement solutions, ensuring alignment with long-term business goals and objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Health & Safety, Finance, Quality) and external suppliers to drive project success, managing stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Lead the preparation of Capex documents, including cost estimates, project justifications, equipment layouts, and technical specifications, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Manage equipment installation and commissioning, including contractor supervision, safety compliance, and ensuring adherence to all environmental regulations and legislative requirements. Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and increasing operational efficiency through the adoption of advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and digital twin models. Ensure the development and delivery of proper training programs and operational documentation (as-built drawings, manuals, spare parts lists) to ensure seamless handover to operational teams. Maintain strict financial control over capital projects, accurately forecasting expenditures, managing budgets, and ensuring fiduciary compliance throughout project execution. Champion Zero Harm and environmental standards, ensuring projects meet the highest safety requirements and adhere to regulatory standards throughout the project lifecycle. The S+ Process Solutions Lead will lead and evolve the processes and technology driving S+ (our tag-based serialization ecosystem) in the Service Centers and other pallet-handling locations. This role will work closely with the Chile and North America regional business teams, as well as the global teams in Technology Services (TS), Digital and Supply Chain (SC) Engineering to lead the development, standardization, implementation and continuous improvement of the processes, technology and infrastructure driving S+. The S+ Process Solutions Lead will also be the principal Process Owner sitting within Global Supply Chain for those parts of the end-to-end process that support the running of the of S+ ecosystem (i.e. equipment, infrastructure, and software solutions) in the service centers and other physical locations. Within this scope is leading the continuous optimization of the processes through developments leveraging the data coming directly and indirectly from the S+ pallet scans to create incremental savings value in SC. This position requires up to 50% across North and South America. Candidates must live near a major US airport. Other Responsibilities Include: Work with local and global teams to lead and co-ordinate the developments of the equipment and software arising from the continuous improvement and product lifecycle processes (Digital, Technology Services, North America SC team and the Chile SC team) Coordinate and lead the site-based S+ Proof of Concept and Pilot project activities between the involved teams, both regionally and globally Measure and report the success of trials and test activities to product lifecycle governance bodies, giving your opinion on next steps and future actions Taking input from various stakeholders, define the global ramp-up and run metrics for the S+ equipment and processes With Digital and other teams, develop scorecards, tracking and follow-up processes for the S+ equipment to ensure ramp-up and run targets are met Track the expansion of the processes and equipment across North America and Chile and prepare and deliver progress updates. Lead the definition and documentation of the global operating processes for the S+ equipment in the service centers Drive the local teams to identify process and equipment improvements and turn these ideas into projects with the central teams, creating and documenting requirements and preparing the necessary project documents Drive the local Engineering teams to ensure maintenance and repair processes are suitably documented Validate that the assumptions and measures used to calculate the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) are appropriate and values used are correct in each TCO update cycle Experience – What you’ll Bring Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical preferred) Process Engineering and Product development in Supply Chain/Manufacturing 10+ years in manufacturing, supply chain, industrial operations, automation, or logistics environments Experience leading technical projects from problem identification through implementation Process ownership mindset with end-to-end systems thinking Experience collaborating across engineering, operations, digital, and vendor teams Strong stakeholder influence without direct authority Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives Comfortable operating in complex global environments Program/project management capability Able to translate operational issues into technical requirements Desirable Skills Electromechanical backgrounds strongly desired Machine vision, automation, industrial equipment, scanning, serialization, RFID, labeling, or tracking technologies Spanish language capability highly desirable Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen exposure Product lifecycle or industrialization experience Supply chain transformation experience Experience creating SOPs, playbooks, or scalable operating standards Financial/TCO optimization experience What we Offer: Competitive Pay + Annual Bonus Benefits Day 1! 401K w/ company match (up to 4%) FREE company-paid vision, short-term disability, and life insurance!! Employee Stock Match Program! Tuition reimbursement, parental leave, childcare assistance, profit sharing, and MORE! Remote Type Fully Remote Skills to succeed in the role Adaptability, Empathy, Experimentation, Taking Ownership, Teamwork, Understand Customers We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at recruitment@brambles.com.

Oversee procurement operations and supply planning across Americas to optimize costs and efficiency. | Bachelor's degree with 10-15+ years progressive procurement or supply chain leadership experience managing multi-regional teams. | CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model. Job Description If you're a proven supply chain and procurement leader who thrives on complexity, transformation, and driving commercial results, we invite you to bring your expertise to a highly visible role with enterprise-wide impact across the Americas. Key Responsibilities May Include: Develop and implement governance frameworks to oversee procurement activities, including annual and strategic planning, progress reporting, and regional reviews. Lead and manage a global team of procurement specialists to deliver strategic procurement initiatives. Drive compliance with procurement policies, methodologies, and best practices to ensure alignment with Brambles' strategic and operational goals. Lead the implementation and reporting of the ESG alignment program for third-party suppliers, including sustainability sourcing initiatives and accreditations (e.g., Ecovadis, SEDEX). Oversee transformational procurement projects, such as implementing new tools and systems (e.g., Zycus, Coupa, Preferred Supplier Program), to enhance operational efficiency and savings. Act as a trusted partner to regional business leaders, presenting executive-level briefings and collaborating on procurement solutions that align with regional and global priorities. Drive continuous improvement by identifying best practices, recommending enhancements, and ensuring the consistent delivery of procurement value across all business functions. Manage the procurement budgeting process across all business units, ensuring alignment with Brambles' financial targets and strategic priorities. The Director, Procurement Operations & Planning Optimization is responsible for leading strategy development and execution of raw material sourcing, supply planning, and procurement operations across the Americas. This role oversees end-to-end procurement for key inputs including timber, nails, paint, and tools, ensuring supply continuity, cost optimization, and operational efficiency. The position also leads vendor strategy, logistics coordination, procurement governance, and supply chain financing, while driving transformation initiatives and strengthening long-term supplier partnerships to support business growth and competitive advantage. What You Will Do Strategic Planning & Financial Management Develop and execute regional strategies to deliver OPEX and Hire Stock budgets Lead raw material budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning Own and deliver the 4-year Brambles plan, including New Pallet and Repair Plans across all regions Supply Chain & Capacity Planning Partner with Blue Forest teams to ensure supply availability and capacity to meet regional demand Define and execute sourcing strategies for plastic product deployment and related materials Lead supply chain financing initiatives, including vendor onboarding, negotiation, and optimization Procurement Operations & Governance Establish and lead the Americas Procurement Operations Hub supporting North and Latin America Ensure compliance with procurement policies, controls, and governance frameworks Oversee procurement systems and tools, including Coupa support operations Supplier Performance & Commercial Management Monitor, evaluate, and continuously improve supplier performance across the Americas Lead Buy2Sell strategy and execution across the region Drive commercial value through supplier relationship management and performance programs Program & Transformation Leadership Lead strategic initiatives, including: Sawmill strategy execution Transformation programs Lumber durability and product optimization initiatives Drive implementation of sustainability programs aligned with enterprise goals People Leadership & Organizational Development Lead and develop a high-performing, geographically dispersed team Set clear priorities, performance expectations, and development pathways Build organizational capability in procurement operations, planning optimization, and digital enablement Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement What You Will Bring Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred) 10–15+ years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, materials management, or related functions Demonstrated leadership of large-scale, multi-regional teams and operations Proven experience managing complex spend portfolios (>$500M preferred) Expertise in supply planning optimization, sourcing strategy, and procurement operations Experience leading transformation initiatives and implementing digital solutions Experience: Demonstrated success leading supply optimization and inventory management initiatives at scale Strong commercial acumen with deep understanding of cost drivers, market dynamics, supplier ecosystems, and rate structures Experience building KPI frameworks, dashboards, and governance models Proven ability to lead cross-functional, multi-regional teams and influence senior stakeholders Track record of driving standardization, compliance, and continuous improvement Ability to leverage regional supply market knowledge to develop and execute global strategies Skills and Knowledge: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities Advanced analytics and stakeholder management skills Strong systems proficiency (SAP, BW, TMS, LLamasoft preferred) Advanced Excel and PowerPoint capabilities Ability to manage risk, complexity, and ambiguity Executive-level communication and presentation skills, with the ability to confidently deliver insights and recommendations Demonstrated leadership presence, managerial courage, and results orientation Social intelligence and confidence to influence and lead at the most senior levels of the organization Global mindset with a collaborative approach Passion for excellence with a pragmatic, execution-focused mindset What To Expect Scope: Geographic Scope: Americas (U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, etc.) Team Size: 21 total (4 direct reports) Responsible for multi-million-dollar annual budget What We Offer Employee Package: Competitive Pay & Annual Bonus Structure Benefits Day 1! Paid Time Off plus Holiday Observances 401K w/ company match (up to 4%) FREE company-paid vision, short-term disability, and life insurance! Tuition reimbursement, parental leave, childcare assistance, profit sharing, and more! Compensation Statement: The salary range for this position is $162,000 to $223,000 per year. Compensation ranges provided take into account a wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications, geographic differentials and other business and organizational needs. Therefore, actual amounts offered may be higher or lower than the range provided. If you have questions, please speak to your Talent Acquisition Partner about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation may be part of a total offering beyond medical & retirement benefits and may include other monetary incentives or business benefits. Remote Type Hybrid Remote Skills to succeed in the role Change Management, Coaching, Cross-Functional Work, Disruptive Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Feedback, Inclusive Leadership, Influencing, Leading Change, Leading Customer Centric Teams, Mentorship, Prioritization, Process Improvements, Procurement Strategies, Procurement Systems, Project Delivery, Risk Management, Strategic Thinking We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at recruitment@brambles.com.