Bürkert Fluid Control Systems

Lead and manage a supply chain team, drive strategic supply chain development, optimize inventory and logistics, and foster continuous improvement. | 7-10 years supply chain experience with 3-5 years leadership, bachelor's degree (master's preferred), ERP and supply chain software proficiency. | Where would you like to shape the success of your future career: At a worldwide leading manufacturer of process measuring and control technology? In a family- owned company that values its more than 3,700 employees in more than 30 countries and sees them all as individuals? In a team that breaks new ground with courage and passion? Did you answer "Yes" three times? Then it is time for us to make your acquaintance. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of supply chain professionals, including Material Resource Planning (MRP) Planners, Sourcing Specialists, Shipping, Receiving, Intralogistics, and Scheduling team members. • Drive the strategic development and execution of Burkert USA's supply chain, ensuring cohesion and alignment across our global value creation network of international factories and partners. Key focus areas include leveraging data for decision-making, tariff risk mitigation, and supporting local production build-up. • Develop and manage inventory strategies (e.g., safety stock, re-order points) to optimize working capital and ensure product availability. • Direct all logistics and distribution activities, including warehousing and transportation, to maximize efficiency and service levels. • Lead the establishment of customer-focused supply chain requirements fornewsystem and product developments. Collaborate closely with our Systemhaus Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to define critical sourcing and inventory strategies that ensure technical project success. • Analyze and improve supply chain relevant material master data, identify potentials to increase customer service level (Sales Order Reliability) • Participate in global SCM projects to improve logistics between international Burkert factories as well as global MRP strategies • Work closely with other departments to analyze internal processes, define potentials for improvements and implement and document needed changes • Utilize and analyze supply chain KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement and drive corrective actions in alignment with the objective of creating net value and building a competitive infrastructure. • Take the lead in developing and maturing our S&OP processes, collaborating with Sales and Marketing to generate accurate customer demand forecasts. This critical function involves translating those forecasts into a cohesive and financially sound material resource and strategic supply plan • Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by driving LEAN methodologies throughout the supply chain. • Partner with key Burkert internal teams in Germany and leverage the global network to establish reliable material and service exchanges. • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, quality standards, and company policies. • Manage budgets for the supply chain department and report on financial performance. • Travel as necessary to key customers and suppliers domestically or internationally, including yearly to Burkert factories internationally for collaboration, best practice sharing, and management of a consistent and high performing supply network. • This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover and contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required by the employee. Employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.* REQUIREMENTS: Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred. • A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in supply chain management. • A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role. • Certifications such as CSCP, CPIM, or equivalent are highly desirable. • Advanced knowledge of ERP systems (preferably SAP) and proficiency in supply chain management software. In return, we offer you exciting and challenging responsibilities, diverse perspectives with a high degree of individual freedom and a corporate culture that encourages you to use it. Curious? Then we look forward to receiving your application.