Global Distribution Operations Manager - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Epiroc is a leading productivity partner for the mining, infrastructure and natural resources industries. With cuttingedge technology, Epiroc develops and produces innovative drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment, and provides world-class service and consumables. The company was founded in Stockholm, Sweden, and has passionate people supporting and collaborating with customers in more than 150 countries.

We offer a unique opportunity to form a position from the start in a new, global, world leading company. On February 21, 2019, an important step was announced regarding our Excellerate journey towards making supply chain a competitive advantage for Epiroc. 

Over the coming month we will take steps to unite our supply chain organizations for MRS (Mining and Rock Excavation Service) and RDT (Rock Drilling Tools). At the same time we will create a Global Master Data and Trade Compliance organization. Uniting the supply chains serving both RDT and MRS will create synergies between the two divisions and unlock opportunities to build world-class capabilities at scale.

Are you in for the big challenge?

Mission:

The Global Distribution Operations Manager is a critical role in Epiroc’s supply chain organization and is responsible for optimizing the global distribution network and footprint for both MRS and RDT.

Job description:

Optimize the distribution network for the MRS and RDT divisions

In this role you own the network optimization methodology as defined during the 2018-2020 Excellerate! Program and keep the methodology up to date with the latest evolutions

Network modelling/restructuring planning for all remaining regions.

You will also maintain optimal distribution network for Epiroc taking into account customer evolutions and mergers and acquisitions.

Packaging optimization for MRS and RDT

You will define packaging vision and strategy for MRS and RDT divisions (TCO, branding) and then implement the packaging strategy, in collaboration with supplier logistics development team.

To succeed you work in close cooperation with regional distribution operations, transportation, sourcing, marketing and capital division

Logistics project management

Define and implement logistics improvement projects in collaboration with regional logistics and coordinate implementation of logistics improvement projects

Define and implement 3PL strategy

• Analyze existing 3PL supply base and performance
• Supply base identification
• Define 3PL strategy
• RFQ and support contracting with suppliers
• Handover to regional warehousing organization for operational follow up of 3PL partners

Educational and experience requirements:

To succeed in this role we think that you have a degree in Supply Chain and at least 10 years in global supply chain management (domestic and international experience).

If you have operational research background is an advantage, as well as experience with large data sets and processing.

You have experience in network optimization, location strategy, business case development and managing projects in a global organization.

Report writing and presentation skills is also a part of this job.

Personality requirements:

To enjoy the work as Global distribution operations manager, it is important that you have a genuine interest in technology, people, teamwork and to achieve results. You have a motivating and encouraging leadership profile, you are customer focused, result- and solution oriented and have an ability to act and deliver in a dynamic environment.

In this position you will have many contacts both internally and externally, so good cooperation, interpersonal and communications skills are required to do the job.

Epiroc sees different personalities, ethnic origin, gender, age, skills and experience as an asset. We see that the differences make the birth of new ideas and improvements, and this leads to innovation and sustained, long-term results.

Country and city description
This positions location is TBS, preferably Örebro or Fagersta, and reports to the VP Supply Chain MR, Hans Kuehn. In this position extensive travel is required.

Application
Please apply as soon as possible but no later than April 4th.

Do you want to know more about the job?

Please contact recruiting manager, VP Supply Chain MR, Hans Kuehn.
Telephone: +46 72 084 09 79

Other questions, please contact Maria Roseen, Recruitment Specialist.
Telephone: +46 76 496 56 74