Global Logistics & Procurement COE Leader (m / f / d)

Momentive, Inc.; Leverkusen; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading global materials company is seeking a Global Logistics & Procurement COE Leader in Leverkusen, Germany. The role involves optimizing logistics and procurement processes, leading significant improvement projects, and collaborating across functions. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, substantial experience in supply chain management, and fluency in English and German.

Leistungen

Competitive total rewards

Development programs

Inclusive culture

Qualifikationen

• Long-term experience in manufacturing and supply chain leadership role.
• Certifications in Lean and Six Sigma.
• Demonstrated ability to influence key stakeholders.

Aufgaben

• Ensure processes align with Momentive integrity and safety policies.
• Use Lean Six Sigma to optimize order management processes.
• Drive actions to improve service to customers globally.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Decision-making

Strategic thinking

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Fluency in English

Fluency in German

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or supply chain

Tools

SAP

Zemeter

Excel Macro

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title

Global Logistics & Procurement COE Leader (m / f / d)

Summary

In this role you will be responsible for all Global Logistics & Procurement process standardization and optimization activities including Service Improvements and Functional Cost Reduction targets through the use of continuous improvement and digitization tools and methodologies. You will define roadmap for Procurement & Logistics Projects, lead Procurement & Logistics Improvement Projects and work with other functions involved to charter projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure processes are in line with Momentive integrity, Safety, Revenue recognition policies and SOX
• Use Lean Six Sigma tools to optimize order management processes and to identify projects for metric / process improvement
• Take responsibility for process simplification and process linkage with Global operating processes while retaining regional differences by initiation or involvement of regional or global projects
• Drive actions to improve service to our customers globally (both internal and external customers)
• Work with Procurement, legal, finance, and key stakeholders in defining procurement processes and ensuring system controls, requisitioner and buyer training are completed and maintained as new processes are implemented
• Identify, prioritize and project manage process optimizations to support improvement per AOP
• Improve current global logistics & procurement processes and drive digitization
• Implement global 4PL partner / Strategy
• Enable global Logistics Information systems through use of 4PL and key Logistics Service Providers to obtain Cost and Service visibility at all levels (BU,Global, Regional,Plant views)
• Improve current global logistics design to future world class design using : RFID, EDI, TMS, and other available Logistics Optimization Tools
• Take responsibility for Procurement metrics creation & management to drive process improvement and improve service levels.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or supply chain topics
• Long term experience in manufacturing and supply chain leadership role within a multinational chemicals company, preferably with procurement experience
• Certifications in Lean and Six Sigma
• Strong analytical, decision and strategic thinking skills with an attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to influence key stakeholders in a matrix environment, to lead and motivate cross‑functional teams
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to develop relationships and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
• Highly motivated and energetic with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrated project management and / or time management skills
• Fluency in English and German

Preferred

• CSCP, CPSM, CPIM, or similar Certifications from APICS or ISM is a plus
• Proficient knowledge of SAP, Zemeter, advanced scheduling software (MIMI), and advanced planning models (Arkieva)
• Proficient knowledge in Procurement Processes
• Proficient in Excel Macro

What We Offer

At Momentive, we value your well‑being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem‑solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future. #BePartoftheSolution

About Us

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting‑edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer's products forward—products that have a profound impact across a multitude of industries, from agriculture to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre‑employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre‑employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.