Global Supply Excellence Leader (H/F)

As a Global Supply Excellence Leader at SOMFY, your primary responsibilities include finalizing the SAP S4 Hana rollout, supporting IT teams to enhance supplier planning through SAP IBP and S4 Hana, and managing the implementation of reporting tools in Power BI. You will also facilitate training for Material Planners and work alongside Purchasing Excellence to improve collaboration between teams.

To be considered for the Global Supply Excellence Leader role at SOMFY, candidates should possess a master’s degree in data analytics, supply chain, or a related field. Additionally, a minimum of five years' experience in Supply Chain Planning and Inventory Management is required, along with hands-on experience in material planning and proficiency in planning tools, ideally SAP.

Success as a Global Supply Excellence Leader at SOMFY requires strong analytical skills, the ability to simplify complex topics, and expertise in project management. You'll need to demonstrate leadership capabilities in a cross-functional team and possess a high level of English proficiency (B2+/C1). An interest in systems and a thorough understanding of planning tools is also essential.

SOMFY is deeply committed to the well-being and professional development of its employees. As a Global Supply Excellence Leader, you will assess training needs and contribute to the Planning Academy, which focuses on e-learning and training initiatives to support skill development across the Material Planning community.

Yes, SOMFY offers a flexible working environment for the Global Supply Excellence Leader position, allowing for remote work up to 90 days per year. This flexibility enhances work-life balance while enabling you to effectively collaborate with teams across different locations.

In your response, highlight specific projects where you used SAP S4 Hana, focusing on your role and the outcomes. Discuss how this experience has improved supply chain efficiency or contributed to a significant project within your previous roles.

Discuss your approach to evaluating training needs, such as conducting surveys or assessments of current skills within the team. Explain how you would prioritize training initiatives based on project demands and team capabilities.

Share your strategy for stakeholder management, which could include regular communication, updates, and how you address concerns. Highlight experiences where you successfully navigated complexity and maintained strong relationships.

Provide a specific example that outlines the challenge, your analysis of the situation, and the steps you took to resolve it. Emphasize your analytical skills and teamwork in finding a solution.

Explain your methods for staying informed, whether through industry publications, webinars, networking, or continuous education. Share examples of how you've applied new knowledge within your previous roles.

Discuss specific tools or software you have used for data analytics and how they informed your planning decisions. Provide examples of how data has led to optimized processes or better inventory management.

Articulate your approach to breaking down complex information into digestible parts. You might include techniques such as visual aids, step-by-step guides, or training workshops to facilitate understanding.

Discuss strategies you would implement to foster communication and collaboration, such as regular joint meetings, shared goals, or integrated planning tools to ensure both teams are aligned.

Identify key metrics such as inventory turnover, order fill rates, or forecast accuracy. Explain why these metrics are significant and how you have used them in the past to drive improvements.

Express your enthusiasm for SOMFY's commitment to innovation and sustainability. Mention alignment with your career goals and values, and how you believe your skills can contribute to the company's mission.