With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and automotive industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and vehicle industries toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 33,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.2 billion in 2023.
Job Description The main purpose of this role is to lead the transformation of the Supply Chain in the Asia Pacific Region. In this position the candidate is required to:
employ cost effective solutions for Supply Chain processes coordinate and lead the Intercompany business model create Risk and Mitigation template and implement regionally manage cross border solutions realize Supply Chain optimisation opportunities support and engage in cost transparency introduce Warehouse Management Excellence programme coordinate with Supply Chain lead, and be involved in Supply Chain audits and to conduct the necessary BPR (Business Process Reengineering) The candidate will play an active role in the Regional Supply Chain Academy and contribute to the Supply Chain Strategy & Roadmaps both regionally and locally.
Reporting to the Regional Senior Project Manager in Supply Chain, this candidate will also support projects for the Regional Operations & Supply Chain Manager.
Responsibilities and Duties Lead Supply Chain Excellence and efficiencies for Asia Pacific, be involved in Global Supply Chain initiatives. Manage the Intercompany Business process within Asia Pacific Cross Border Analysis and decision making to support Supply Chain footprint. Realize Optimization Opportunities, Implementation, and Completion. Lead and contribute to the Warehouse Management Excellence Be a key member of Transportation Management Project Assist the regional senior project manager on all business-related projects where required. Be an active member of the Supply Chain Academy Qualifications 5 to 10 years proven experience in Supply Chain Exposure to Production/Manufacturing environments Familiarity with all Supply Chain processes (SI&OP, Logistics, Optimization, Customer Services) Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Dynamics AX) Attention to detail with high business acumen Open minded, think outside the box within processes Ability to travel within the Asia Pacific region as and when required Strong command of professional English, and proficiency in other languages would be desirable. At least a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Operations management APICS/SCOR training would be an advantage
