Manager, Strategic Operations & Supply Chain Integration (m/f/d)

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential robotics organization seeking a Manager, Strategic Operations & Supply Chain Integration to optimize and scale operational activities across their international group structure.

In this role, you will drive operational excellence and supply chain performance while supporting the integration of processes and systems across multiple business units. Your work will combine strategic planning with hands-on execution across manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and engineering functions.

Strategic Operations Management

• Support development and execution of strategic operational initiatives across the organization and its subsidiaries
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, scalability, cost performance, and organizational effectiveness
• Conduct operational assessments and develop recommendations to support business growth and operational maturity
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, engineering operations, and business processes

Supply Chain Strategy & Optimization

• Analyze and optimize end-to-end supply chain performance, including sourcing, procurement, production planning, inventory management, logistics, and fulfillment
• Support development of supply chain strategies that improve resilience, flexibility, quality, and cost competitiveness
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, capacity constraints, and supplier dependencies
• Contribute to supplier development and strategic sourcing initiatives

Cross-Group Integration & Collaboration

• Coordinate operational and supply chain improvement projects across group companies and subsidiaries
• Support harmonization of processes, KPIs, governance structures, and operational best practices
• Facilitate collaboration between procurement, manufacturing, logistics, quality, engineering, and commercial functions
• Drive knowledge sharing and operational alignment across the organization

Operational Performance & Analytics

• Establish and monitor key operational and supply chain performance indicators
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities
• Develop management reports, dashboards, and executive presentations to support decision-making
• Support annual planning, capacity forecasting, and operational budgeting activities

Business Transformation & Integration

• Support operational integration activities related to acquisitions, new business units, and organizational growth initiatives
• Participate in business transformation projects aimed at improving operational effectiveness and scalability
• Assist in evaluating operational capabilities and identifying areas for standardization and optimization

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate closely with leadership teams across the organization and its subsidiaries
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, logistics providers, and strategic partners
• Act as a trusted partner to business leaders on operational and supply chain topics

What We're Looking For

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Master's degree or MBA is advantageous

Experience

• 5–8 years of experience in operations, supply chain management, manufacturing, procurement, consulting, or related functions
• Experience in industrial automation, robotics, electronics manufacturing, machinery, automotive, or other technology-driven industries preferred
• Proven experience leading cross-functional projects and process improvement initiatives
• Exposure to international supply chain environments and complex manufacturing operations is advantageous

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Knowledge of supply chain management principles and operational excellence methodologies
• Experience with process improvement, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement approaches
• Willingness to travel up to 50%
• Strong project management and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to work effectively across functions, cultures, and organizational boundaries
• Self-driven and comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-growing environment

How We Work With You

Our talent team at Get A Job.ai will guide you through the entire process. When you apply through our platform, a dedicated recruiter will screen your qualifications and discuss the opportunity with you in detail. We then submit qualified candidates to our client for consideration.

Please apply exclusively through Get A Job.ai and do not contact the client directly, as we are managing this search on their behalf.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process with our recruiting team.

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