Supply Chain Manager: Lead, Optimize & Elevate Ops

Tate & Lyle; Denmark; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tate & Lyle is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead and develop the Lille Skensved site’s supply chain, combining strategic development with hands-on operational leadership. You will oversee procurement, planning, inventory control, and production alignment while driving safe, efficient performance across the site and adjacent European operations.

You will report to the Plant Director, manage multiple teams, and partner with stakeholders to improve processes, OTIF delivery, costs

Qualifications

• Possess a relevant technical or business degree, or equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated leadership responsibility in prior roles.
• Experience in supply chain, logistics, or production planning and ability to analyze and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and optimize the end-to-end supply chain at the Lille Skensved site.
• Ensure effective procurement, planning, inventory control and formulation activities.
• Monitor production plans and KPIs, including OTIF delays, and take action when needed.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce operating costs.
• Support the European S&OP process and collaborate with internal stakeholders.
• Ensure an audit-ready operation and compliance with safety, quality and other management systems.
• Manage the supply chain budget and contribute to investment and project reviews.
• Develop, motivate and coach your direct reports through clear goals, regular feedback and performance and development conversations.
• Promote collaboration, knowledge sharing and best practices across teams and functions.

Skills

Leadership

SAP

Process optimization

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication skills (English)

Microsoft Office

Education

Technical or business degree

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tate & Lyle is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead and develop the Lille Skensved site’s supply chain, combining strategic development with hands-on operational leadership. You will oversee procurement, planning, inventory control, and production alignment while driving safe, efficient performance across the site and adjacent European operations.

You will report to the Plant Director, manage multiple teams, and partner with stakeholders to improve processes, OTIF delivery, costs