Description

In this role, you will spearhead the growth of EMEA operations, ensuring efficient supply chain and quality systems. Your responsibilities will include strategic planning, hands-on execution, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement while aligning with global standards.

Requirements

• •10+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, logistics, or quality
• •Proven experience deploying global processes and systems
• •Strong expertise in logistics, inventory management, supplier development, and quality management
• •Demonstrated success in scaling organizations rapidly
• •Deep understanding of Lean, QMS/ISO systems, and continuous improvement methodologies
• •Proficiency with ERP, MRP, and WMS systems
• •Experience in automation, industrial equipment, or high-mix, low-volume manufacturing
• •Fluency in German and English
• •Builder and operator capable of scaling fast while maintaining excellence

Tasks

• •Lead the launch and scale-up of EMEA operations
• •Implement global systems and standards for regional needs
• •Ensure alignment with global processes while improving efficiency
• •Serve as the accountability point for EMEA performance
• •Establish and manage the regional supply chain network
• •Oversee inbound, outbound, and last-mile logistics
• •Manage supplier qualification and performance improvement
• •Drive cost optimization while maintaining supplier relationships
• •Leverage digital tools for material visibility and decision-making
• •Set up and optimize EMEA fulfillment and assembly operations
• •Deploy Lean systems for scalable execution
• •Oversee site layout and performance at the Berlin hub
• •Lead major operational projects and process integration
• •Localize the global Quality Management System for Europe
• •Ensure quality compliance with company standards
• •Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions
• •Build a culture of quality at the source
• •Partner with global peers for standardization initiatives
• •Integrate global planning with European supply realities
• •Optimize inventory strategy for responsiveness and accuracy
• •Ensure data integrity through system controls and dashboards
• •Maintain synchronization with global Planning and Logistics
• •Lead site expansion projects from negotiation to readiness
• •Manage facility-related vendors and contracts
• •Ensure compliance across all EMEA facilities
• •Hire and develop a Berlin-based supply chain team
• •Engage in problem solving and process improvement
• •Foster a culture of speed and continuous improvement
• •Act as a bridge between EMEA and global leadership

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