Supply Chain Excellence Manager

Cartamundi; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartamundi is seeking a Supply Chain Excellence Manager to lead continuous improvement and transformation across the end-to-end supply chain. You will drive process excellence, optimize operations, and influence change with cross-functional teams in a global manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on standardizing processes, digitalization, and data-driven decision making to deliver measurable improvements and strong performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in supply chain management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Operations, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence.
• Proven track record of leading transformation, improvement, or change initiatives.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Agile, or similar methodologies.
• Experience managing projects, KPIs, and performance improvement programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the end-to-end supply chain.
• Apply Lean, Kaizen, and other improvement methodologies to enhance quality, service, efficiency, and cost performance.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement sustainable improvements and best practices.
• Drive process standardization and governance to improve operational performance.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Agile

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Cartamundi is the worldwide leader in “play” solutions, such as playing cards, card & board games, and collectibles & trading card games. Its team of nearly 3,000 people is united in providing every person the possibility to “Live Different, Play Different.” To achieve this, the family-owned company, headquartered in Belgium, operates a global network of design and sales offices and manufacturing facilities, stretching from the US, over Latin America and Europe, to Japan. The company houses a global brand portfolio that includes a suite of heritage brands such as Bicycle®, Bee®, Copag®, Shuffle® and many locally loved brands. At the same time, Cartamundi is a trusted manufacturing and distribution solutions partner for leading toy and entertainment companies. Given the Cartamundi printing presses have been running since 1765, the company draws on a rich tradition, whilst at the same time stimulating innovation in digital and hybrid experiences to stay relevant today and tomorrow. Cartamundi pursues a strategy of sustainable and profitable growth whilst preserving our planet and the company in excellent condition for generations to come.

Learn more about what we do at https://www.cartamundi.com and follow us on LinkedIn via www.linkedin.com/company/cartamundi

Supply Chain Excellence Manager

As the Supply Chain Excellence Manager, you will play a key role in enhancing the performance of our end-to-end supply chain. You will lead improvement and transformation initiatives, optimize processes, drive operational excellence, and influence change across the organization. Working closely with Supply Chain, Operations, and supporting functions, you will help build a more efficient, agile, and high-performing value chain.

Your Responsibilities

Continuous Improvement & Process Excellence

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the end-to-end supply chain.
• Apply Lean, Kaizen, and other improvement methodologies to enhance quality, service, efficiency, and cost performance.
• Identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities, implementing sustainable solutions and best practices.
• Drive process standardization and strengthen governance to improve operational performance.

Supply Chain Transformation & Digitalization

• Support and drive supply chain transformation and digitalization initiatives.
• Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to improve systems, processes, and data-driven decision-making.
• Promote agile ways of working and support teams in prioritization, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead change initiatives and support teams through transformation.
• Align stakeholders across Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, IT, Quality, and Sales around common objectives.
• Influence and engage teams without direct authority, fostering collaboration, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement.

Performance Improvement & Project Leadership

• Monitor and improve key supply chain KPIs, including OTIF, lead time, quality, service, and efficiency.
• Lead cross-functional improvement projects and ensure successful delivery of business objectives.
• Drive root cause analysis and coordinate solutions to operational challenges and supply chain issues.
• Deliver measurable improvements that contribute to overall business performance.

Your Profile

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent through experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Operations, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence.
• Proven track record of leading transformation, improvement, or change initiatives in a complex business environment.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Agile, or similar methodologies.
• Experience managing projects, KPIs, and performance improvement programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable improvements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence, engage, and drive change across functions and organizational levels.
• Results-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy driving transformation, solving complex challenges, influencing stakeholders, and delivering measurable business impact.

Interested?

Are you ready for your next challenge? Visit www.cartamundi.com/en/careers and apply online. We look forward to receiving your CV and motivation letter.