Digital Transformation Senior Manager - Supply Chain

About the role

Kraft Heinz is looking for an experienced supply chain leader to drive the digital transformation of its WEEM zone. As Head of Supply Chain Digital Transformation, you will develop and execute a strategy that uses digital technologies, data analytics and process innovation to optimise supply chain performance, improve efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction. You will work closely with cross-functional teams such as data science, data engineering and end users.

Key responsibilities

• Create a digital transformation roadmap for the supply chain in WEEM, aligned with the company's overall business strategy.
• Analyse and redesign supply chain processes to take advantage of digital technologies and improve efficiency, agility and responsiveness.
• Work with IT, operations and business stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of digital initiatives.
• Drive adoption of digital solutions across the different countries, ensuring they are fully implemented, adopted and continuously improved.
• Evaluate models and algorithms, give feedback to improve system results, and build data analytics capabilities that provide insights across the supply chain.
• Communicate the digital transformation vision and progress to senior leadership and other stakeholders in the zone.

Required profile

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 4 years in leadership roles, preferably in demand and supply planning.
• Experience with change management principles and practices, able to drive transformation.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of demand/supply planning processes.

Required skills

• Deep understanding of the supply chain planning process (demand, supply, transportation, customer management).
• Proven experience with o9 Solutions, specifically in demand planning and forecasting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work with cross-functional teams.