Senior Manager Supply Chain needed at Fresenius Group

Your main tasks will be:   

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with company goals, focusing on cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and service excellence across Morocco and South Africa.  
• Oversee the logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of products.  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers in both countries, negotiating contracts, ensuring quality standards, and managing performance.  
• Optimize inventory levels to balance cost and service levels, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory across both countries.  
• Ensure that all supply chain activities comply with local laws and regulations, including customs, import/export regulations, and industry-specific requirements.  
• Develop and manage the supply chain budget, ensuring cost-effective operations while meeting service level targets.  
• Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain, including supply disruptions, price fluctuations, and geopolitical factors in both countries.  
• Facilitate the Regional S&OP meetings including monthly demand review and play a key role in driving alignment between demand and supply and the desired inventory level from a logistical and financial perspective.  
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies related to all Supply Chain activities.  
• Responsible for local Supply Chain KPIs like performance to financial budget/forecast, cash flow improvement (inventory), On-Time-In-Full distribution and warehouse measures of effectiveness  

Your profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a professional certification (CSCP, CPIM). 
•  7 years of experience in an international supply chain organization (healthcare, MedTech, or food industry) with expertise in logistics, inventory management, transportation, and procurement. 
• Proven experience leading high skilled and diverse teams. 
• Ability to work in complex, fast-changing environments. 
• Results-driven, analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills. 
•  Strong communication skills, capable of representing the supply chain function in cross-functional teams (Sales, Finance, Procurement, Marketing). 
• Proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of French, Arabic is an advantage. 
• IT Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, SAP (SD & MM modules), warehouse management software (Elvis, WM, EWM), and planning software (SAP APO, SAP IBP)