Supply Chain Manager Froges Fr H/F - Amcor

Job Dimensions & Scope

With more than 150 people, Froges is one of Amcor's historic plants, which celebrated its 100th anniversary last year. Specializing in aluminium production for the dairy industry, Froges is a highly profitable and stable site, generating a turnover of €70 million in 2024.As our Supply Chain Manager, you'll own the heartbeat of our plant. You'll drive efficiency, optimize production, and ensure our customers get exactly what they need-on time, in full, every time. You'll balance resources, inventory, and capacity while making a tangible impact on KPIs, costs, and working capital.

You will report to the Plant General Manager with a dotted line to the functional BU Supply Chain Manager and will have 3 direct reports (2 people from Planning and 1 from logistics).

Principal Accountabilities

1. Planning & Inventory Management

- Lead production planning and scheduling, ensuring optimal use of materials, machines, and personnel.

- Optimize inventory levels, minimize stock-outs, and balance demand with minimal working capital.

- Manage customer forecasts and coordinate with the team to meet service targets.

2. Procurement & Supplier Performance

- Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance, and ensure on-time, in-full, quality deliveries (DIFOTIS).

- Identify and implement procurement savings opportunities.

- Collaborate with suppliers to solve supply chain issues proactively.

3. Continuous Improvement & Operations Excellence

- Own warehouse and transport operations, optimizing costs, mix, and efficiency.

- Track and improve key KPIs, including DIFOTIS, inventory turnover, freight and packaging costs, out-of-stock items, and slow-moving materials.

- Identify bottlenecks, simplify processes, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

- Lead, develop, and inspire your team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and a proactive mindset.

Why This Job Matters:
You'll be at the centre of our plant's success, turning complex challenges into smooth operations and making a real impact on costs, customer satisfaction, and business growth.

Qualifications/Requirements

Mandatory

- Degree in Managerial Engineering or similar.

- 5+ years' experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing environment.

- 5+ years' experience in managing teams.

- Strong experience in planning, procurement, and continuous improvement.

- Proficiency in SAP, Excel, and Access.

- Fluent in French and English, with excellent communication skills.

- Ability to link operational performance to financial results and KPIs.

Nice-to-Have:

- Experience in flexible packaging or converting industries.

- Experience managing technical projects or leading CI initiatives in advanced manufacturing organizations.

Soft Skills

- Proactive, solution-oriented, and able to drive change.

- Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and inspire a team.

- Collaborative mindset with excellent problem-solving capabilities.

- Comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-changing environment.