Location(s):

China

City/Cities:

Shanghai

Travel Required:

Relocation Provided:

Job Posting End Date:

March 23, 2025

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

A)  Job Objective

 The Supply Chain Manager's objective is to enhance the supply chain strategically, mastering its lifecycle and driving digital transformation. This role involves using technological innovations to improve all stages of supply chain operations, from sourcing to delivery, leading to increased efficiency, reduced costs, and improved customer satisfaction. The goal is to create a forward-looking supply chain system that adheres to current industry best practices and is adaptable to future market changes and technological advancements.

B)  Key Result Areas

Lifecycle Management: Oversee the supply chain lifecycle, ensuring efficient integration and management of procurement, logistics, inventory, distribution, and customer fulfilment. Digital Transformation: Identify opportunities for implementing new technologies to enhance data visibility, analytics, and predictive capabilities in the supply chain. Collaboration: Work with IT and other stakeholders to develop and deploy a digital roadmap that aligns with business goals and delivers measurable benefits. Team Management: Lead cross-functional teams to execute supply chain strategies, ensuring alignment with the organization's direction and compliance with industry standards. Process Improvement: Initiate improvements in supply chain processes through automation and digital interventions. Performance Analysis: Continuously analyse supply chain performance metrics and use insights to drive improvements in cost, quality, service, and speed. External Partnerships: Collaborate with suppliers, logistics providers, and technology vendors to create an integrated digital supply chain ecosystem. Technology Integration: Oversee the integration of IoT, AI, and machine learning technologies to optimize operations and improve forecasting accuracy. Consumer-Centric Approach: Ensure the supply chain is responsive to consumer feedback and market trends. Continuous Innovation: Stay updated on digital trends, evaluate their impact on the supply chain, and advocate for smart technology investments. Data Governance: Emphasize the importance of data governance and cybersecurity within digital transformation efforts to protect sensitive supply chain information.

C)  Job Requirements / Qualifications

Core Competencies

 Strategic Visioning: deeply engage supply chain efforts with a focus on interconnectedness and efficiency, inspiring teams to achieve common goals. Supply Chain Knowledge: Understand end-to-end supply chain processes and identify opportunities for improvement. Digital Technologies: Apply digital technologies to enhance the supply chain and translate technical possibilities into business benefits. Collaboration: Work effectively with various stakeholders to foster collaboration and drive digital transformation within the supply chain. Change Management: Manage operational and technological changes smoothly within the supply chain context.Data Utilization: Utilize data analytics for strategic planning and operational improvements in the supply chain.Innovation: Continuously adopt new ideas and technologies to improve the supply chain and business processes.

D) Functional Skills

Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategies that align with business objectives, focusing on enhancing supply chain networks through digital innovation and lifecycle management.Technological Proficiency: Proficient with supply chain management software, ERP systems, and data analytics platforms, with an understanding of how emerging technologies can streamline operations.Project Management: Strong organizational and project management skills, capable of leading digital transformation projects from inception to completion within time and budget constraints.Process Optimization: Analyze supply chain processes to identify continuous improvement opportunities and implement digital solutions to enhance workflow efficiency and accuracy.Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent communication skills to clearly articulate digital transformation strategies and secure buy-in from internal and external stakeholders.Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks associated with digital supply chain initiatives, ensuring robustness and compliance.Leadership & Talent Development: Strong leadership skills to mentor, motivate, and develop talent within supply chain teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

E) Knowledge & Experience

Supply Chain Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of supply chain principles such as sourcing, logistics, inventory management, and customer satisfaction, with a focus on integrating digital solutions.Digital Skills: Experience in using digital technologies, such as IoT, AI, or machine learning, to enhance supply chain operations.Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and establish partnerships across various departments to drive digital transformation.Vendor Coordination: Experience collaborating with technology vendors and partners to integrate new digital tools into the supply chain, ensuring they align with company objectives.Data-Driven Insights: Ability to leverage data analytics for strategic planning, problem-solving, and making informed decisions to boost supply chain performance.

F) Education & Professional Qualification

Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in business, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, Mathematics, Statistics, Math Econ or a related field. An advanced degree such as an MBA or MS in a related discipline is preferred.Professional Certification: Supply chain certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) are advantageous.Additional Certifications: Certifications in project management (PMP, PRINCE2) or digital transformation are beneficial.Continued Education: Demonstrated commitment to continued education and training in emerging technologies, digital tools, and data analytics within the supply chain field.Relevant Studies: An academic background that includes studies in system dynamics, operations research, or similar fields enhances decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.

G) Language Requirements

Fluency in spoken and written English required

H) Travel Requirements: 10-15%

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Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.