Operations Director

Jobtailor; Oost-Vlaanderen; Sur place; EUR 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Jobtailor in Belgium is seeking an experienced Head of Supply Chain to own end-to-end operations—including procurement, vendor management, logistics, warehousing and order fulfilment. You will drive VMI, optimize inventories, and streamline processes with digital solutions.

The role demands leadership of cross-functional teams, strong ERP and reporting skills, and a track record of improving efficiency while managing multi-country programs. English is essential; French/Dutch are assets.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years in supply chain, logistics, or operations.
• Direct team management experience.
• Experience building or restructuring an operations function.
• International exposure across programs or multi-country operations.
• Experience with ERP and reporting tools in supply chain.

Responsabilités

• Own end-to-end supply chain: procurement, vendor management, logistics, warehousing, order fulfilment.
• Drive VMI implementation and optimize inventory levels across programs.
• Streamline processes using technology and digitalization.
• Define and track KPIs: inventory turnover, cost savings, customer satisfaction.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives without compromising service quality.
• Interface with key customers on operational matters.
• Manage supplier and carrier relationships; lead contract negotiations.

Connaissances

Supply chain management

Team leadership

Operations restructuring

International exposure

Reporting tools

English proficiency

French/Dutch language

Outils

ERP systems

Supply chain reporting tools

Description du poste

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end supply chain: procurement, vendor management, logistics, warehousing, order fulfilment
• Drive VMI implementation and optimize inventory levels across programs
• Streamline processes using appropriate technology and digitalization
• Define and track KPIs: inventory turnover, cost savings, customer satisfaction
• Lead cost reduction initiatives without compromising service quality
• Interface with key customers on operational matters
• Manage supplier and carrier relationships; lead contract negotiations

Requirements

• 10 to 15 years in supply chain, logistics, or operations
• Direct team management experience
• Background in mid-size organizations (50 to 300 people)
• Experience building or restructuring an operations function
• International exposure, ideally with emerging markets or multi-country operations
• Experience with ERP and supply chain systems and reporting tools
• English: Full professional proficiency (working language)
• French and/or Dutch: an asset

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive expertise in end-to-end supply chain management, including procurement, vendor management, and logistics, while optimizing inventory levels and driving cost reduction initiatives. Proven ability to lead teams, manage supplier relationships, and interface with key customers in a dynamic operational environment.