Chapter Lead Supply Chain Management

Join Envalior – Imagine The Future!

Are you passionate about IT and Supply Chain and excited to contribute to  optimize the supply chain processes in a very challenging business? At Envalior, we are seeking a talented Chapter Lead Supply Chain Management (‘SCM’) to join our Digital Solutions Delivery team in Group Digital Services.

At Envalior, the future of high-performance materials isn't just being shaped; it's being pioneered. A belief in fostering an environment where every voice is heard and ideas are valued is integral to our culture. Empowerment is the driving force behind our pioneering spirit, allowing our teams to take initiative, explore new solutions, and revel in the thrill of constant innovation.

The Group Digital Services organization drives innovation, strategy, and delivery of digital capabilities in the company. The Digital Solutions Delivery department is globally responsible for applications architecture, specifying, coding & developing, testing and running Global solutions for Envalior’s Enterprise and other global systems.

Join us and be part of a team committed to making a positive impact—where safety, sustainability, collaboration, and empowerment intersect to drive innovation.

IMAGINE THE FUTURE WITH ENVALIOR

As a Chapter Lead SCM, you and your global team are responsible for (digital) IT solutions architecture, specifying, coding, testing and running and ensuring the industrialization of new IT services within the SCM field. You directly report to the Director Digital Solutions Delivery and work closely with other functions’ Chapter Leads and the Enterprise Architect and/or Data Architect.

You will make key contributions to Envalior

• Execute and analyze business (process) performance improvement scans across units and identify potential improvements, embracing internal and external best practices effectively to drive operational excellence.
• Engage with the other Chapter Leads, Global process owners and business process owners how the use of information solutions could be further improved, leveraged and/or replaced.
• Develop proposals for changes with required actions, planning and effort estimates.
• Advice users in the correct use of the available solutions either via personal or virtual engagements.
• Act as an enabler to drive the change for the end to end solution by supporting the business stakeholders and sponsors to design the best approach for rollout and adoption, governance, etc.
• Enable a global team for the SCM domain to plan the solution delivery portfolio; specifying, coding and testing solutions while preparing the industrialization and run.
• Coordinate with other IT leaders to align platform architectures, capabilities and the industrialization (Digital Enterprise Architecture) according to the agreed roadmap for SCM.
• Agile team composition, talent acquisition and development. You create a future capability pipeline in close collaboration with the product teams to stay in course with the SCM roadmaps, agreed services/products and budget.
• Assists interdependent teams in synchronizing their work to create consistency and alignment on the priorities within the various agile teams, and the underlying technology platforms.
• Responsible for staff supervision and customer escalations when required.
• Develop and nurture strong relationships with key business and technology stakeholders to deliver at scale with speed, ensuring the right geographical front-/back- office mix.
• Optimize development processes, maintenance and performance by reusing proven solutions (internal / external).
• Collaborate and coordinate with innovation teams to orchestrate the industrialization of “new” technology capabilities into one or more agile teams.

Authorities

• Safeguard the quality of the input (right to refuse input) as a professional and to assure the quality and timely delivery of agreed output of his/her work.
• Challenge the business requirements and request for activities and deliverables in order to obtain deep understanding of the request.
• Apply design thinking methodology in projects to ensure great customer experiences.
• Engage higher management levels in discussions on content, application of standards, project approaches etc. if full agreement cannot be reached in a timely manner.

The Ideal Candidate

• Degree in Applied Computer Sciences with experience in SCM processes.
• Min. 10 years of experience in information technology within the SCM domain or similar experience.
• Experience with SAP ERP (Integrated Business Planning, Global Trade Services, Warehouse Management, a.o integrated business planning).
• Demonstrated hands-on approach with strong ownership and leadership skills.
• Understands information architecture (data, process and IT) and industry best practices
• Knows the business processes to a high level of detail that run in the SCM domain.
• General knowledge on the peripheral functional/technology domains.
• Collaboration skills to orchestrate activities with diverse stakeholders with adequate sense of urgency and to share insights with colleagues.
• Excellent communication skills (English) including the ability to relate to various levels in the organization, through presentation, discussion and or virtual engagements.
• Enabling / servant leader skills to utilize his/her team to the max.
• A drive and curiosity for new technologies and innovations in the fast moving supply market with constant changes and new technologies (Mobility, Analytics, Internet of Things, cloud computing).
• Experience in managing internal and external service providers.
• You can work independently within strict deadlines and are comfortable managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.

WHY ENVALIOR?

Competitive Compensation

Join us at Envalior and enjoy competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and individual performance bonuses, ensuring your hard work is recognized and rewarded.

Comprehensive Benefits

Your well-being matters to us. At Envalior, we provide an array of benefits supporting your financial security, health, and overall well-being. This includes retirement plans, health programs, life insurance, and comprehensive medical care.

Work-Life Balance & Flexibility

Maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life with Envalior's commitment to supporting your schedule.

Training & Development Opportunities

At Envalior, your growth matters. We encourage and invest in your professional and personal development. We support our employees in their growth and personal development through ongoing investment in their knowledge and skills via training, coaching, and mentoring.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Envalior, our people drive our success, so it’s only right that we provide a diverse and inclusive working environment and foster a culture of belonging, openness, and respect. We value diversity as a cornerstone of our success. We are committed to nurturing and empowering every individual to reach their full potential.

APPLY NOW!

Ready to pioneer change with Envalior? Join us in our mission to drive innovation, sustainability, and excellence. Apply today and become a part of our transformative journey towards a more sustainable future.

Submit your application online by sending your CV and motivation letter in English through our career portal. If you have any questions, feel free to connect directly with our recruiter at britto.antony@envalior.com

Envalior is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at Talent.Acquisition@Envalior.com.

OUR HERITAGE

With a combined heritage of over 100 years, Envalior brings together two established global materials players: DSM Engineering Materials and LANXESS High Performance Materials. Our unique combined portfolio of longstanding material-, application-, and design expertise enables our customers to develop and launch sustainable future-proof designs. Envalior is the brand new materials powerhouse that was Launched in early 2023. 

We aim to be a global leader in sustainable and high-performance engineering materials. We imagine the future by shaping the world of today and tomorrow. We’re conscious that this is both a privilege and a responsibility – so, when we imagine the future, we’re guided by our key values to help us create a better world.