supply chain manager

On behalf of Ballard Power Systems Europe A/S, Randstad is looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join the team in Operations. As part of the Operations Team, you will join the team’s effort developing strategies, executing on plans, and meeting our business goals while managing the Supply Chain department.
Ballard Power Systems is the leading global provider of clean energy and fuel cell solutions. In Europe, Ballard’s focus is on the following key markets: Bus, Truck, Rail, Marine and Critical Communication Infrastructure.
With direct reference to the Operations Manager, The Supply Chain Manager has deep knowledge of the various disciplines within sourcing and supply chain, such as planning, logistics, warehouse and procurement (both operational and strategic).

Your key responsibilities

Your key responsibility in this role will be to manage and develop the Supply Chain. This means that you will be the manager of a team of logistics, planning, warehouse, and procurement professionals. In addition, you will lead the development of Supply Chain related parts of the ERP system (Axapta) and ensure that relevant business processes and procedures are further developed and deployed.

You will be responsible for the development and implementation of the overall SCM strategy in cooperation with the Operations management team. This means that you have a result-oriented mindset in ensuring that the KPI’s and targets (Safety, Quality, Delivery and cost) are achieved.
You will be involved in leading and facilitating a cross-functional approach to planning to ensure transparency within supply and demand.

Work assignments

• Support the factories on escalated supplier issues
• Further development of the planning process
• Implement solid reporting structures within SCM to secure efficient execution and transparency
• Responsible for strategic sourcing initiatives, e.g., cost out initiatives, supplier consolidation projects and other supply chain related optimization projects
• Optimization of logistics and warehouse related processes
• Development of organizational governance structures within SCM and Operations
• Responsible for SCM budget
• Selection, qualification, negotiation, contracting and integration of new suppliers

Why choose Ballard?

• An exciting, independent job in a committed team that is highly dedicated and passionate about bringing our zero-emission technology to large-scale commercialization
• Good career opportunities in a growing, clean technology company
• A flexible and international workplace with great colleagues and a positive atmosphere
• An informal work environment where focus is on our colleagues’ well-being in a flat organizational structure
• Great developmental opportunities, both personally and professionally as you will have autonomy in forming a new supply chain strategy

Who are you?

• Have a master’s degree in either Business, Supply Chain Management and/or Engineering
• Have min. 5 years’ similar experience, preferably from a production/technology company
• Are by nature forward-looking and results-oriented
• Are structured and systematic in your workstyle combined with good analytical skills
• Have strong negotiation skills and profound project management skills
• Possess good communication and presentation skills
• Possess business-level language skills in Danish and English

About Ballard Power Systems Europe A/S

Ballard Power Systems Europe A/S is recognized as one of the leading players in the commercial application of fuel cell solutions. Founded in January 2007, Ballard Power Systems Europe A/S is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ballard Power Systems Inc. headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

www.ballard.com

Join the team

Apply for the position by clicking "apply now". We review the applications received and conduct interviews on an ongoing basis.
Randstad is responsible for the recruitment process on behalf of Ballard Power Systems Europe A/S. We will process your application confidentially, and it will only be shared with your prior consent. If you have any further questions about this position, feel free to contact Sourcing Partner Mille Maegaard-Fast on +45 92 92 08 53.
We look forward to hearing from you.

About Randstad

At Randstad, we support people and organizations in realizing their true potential. We do this by combining the power of today’s technology with our passion for people. We call it Human Forward.
Randstad DK is part of the international Randstad Group, which is the global leader in HR services. With more than 4,800 offices in 38 countries, we are providing work to more than 650,000 people every day.
In Denmark, we are among the leading temp and recruitment agencies with branches in Copenhagen, Aarhus, Aalborg and Kolding. A position we have achieved due to our expertise in matching qualified candidates with the right job opportunities.