Global Supply Chain Manager

Global Supply Chain Manager

Bekaert Group

Zwevegem, Belgium

Purpose and Mission

Responsible for balancing supply and demand within a specific BU, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Design a global supply chain strategy for Steel Ropes in close support to the global commercial strategy
• Implement and enforce the global supply chain framework to ensure standardization across the different entities
• Make a roadmap to roll out the SCM methodology
• Focus on the execution of the Digital Supply Chain Roadmap
• Develop and maintain accurate demand planning and forecasting processes to ensure alignment between supply capabilities and market requirements, leveraging data analytics and collaboration with commercial teams
• Coordinate and drive supply chain improvement projects in Steel Ropes that supersede the regional local supply chain
• Leverage the global footprint to maximize profitability while ensuring smooth supply.
• Identify new potential projects for supply chain optimization, maximizing the use of our global footprint
• Contribute to footprint exercises and share expert advice on how to handle logistics and supply for raw material and final product for the new situation
• Create a risk management framework within the supply chain strategy in order to anticipate and mitigate potential disruptions across all regions, including geopolitical, supplier, and logistics vulnerabilities. The manager will ensure resilience by implementing robust risk assessment tools, developing contingency plans, and fostering collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Closely collaborate with the local and global leaders to identify supply chain challenges
• Will support in improving Inventory, Working Capital, OTIF/MOTIF and CCC KPIs

Skills

Leadership & Change Management

• Change management mindset with the confidence to challenge the status quo
• Ability to influence and convince stakeholders to adopt SCM strategy and methodology
• Skilled at driving execution and getting things done — even without direct reporting authority
• Perseverant yet flexible in approach

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

• Strong ability to simplify complex issues and identify root causes
• Sharp analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Solid problem-solving capabilities
• Skilled at collecting and synthesizing information from multiple sources

Project & Process Management

• Ability to define clear decision rights and escalation processes
• Proactive in assessing project status and flagging issues early
• Capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong commitment to delivering results

Technology & Data Analytics

• Proficient in Microsoft 365 tools
• Strong data analytics capabilities beyond Excel
• Familiarity with Advanced Planning Systems (APS) such as OMP, Anaplan, IBP, or SAP/APO

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Comfortable engaging stakeholders at all levels to drive execution
• Strong team player who connects easily across a global organization
• Quick learner across diverse topics and domains.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, other languages (Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Chinese) are a plus;

Flexibility

• Willingness to travel occasionally

Previous Experience

Minimum of 5 years experience in supply chain management, with a proven track record of leading large-scale projects and teams.

Qualifications and Education

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications are considered advantageous.