Manager Order Management (hybrid)

Harley-Davidson Motor Company; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Order Management Manager to lead the EMEA region's order processes. This role involves overseeing the entire order lifecycle, from placement to delivery, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication with various stakeholders. You will manage a dedicated team, utilize advanced analytical tools, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize order management functions. Join a company committed to innovation and excellence, where your insights will significantly impact customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. If you are passionate about order management and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in Global Order Management and Distribution.
• Excellent analytical, Excel, and Power BI skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Order Management processes from order creation to delivery.
• Collaborate with logistics teams to ensure timely order fulfillment.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Excel

Power BI

Order Management Systems

Management by Influence

Complex Data Analysis

Education

HBO - Higher Professional Education Degree

WO – University Education Degree

10+ Years of Relevant Work Experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

Auto req ID:34093
Title:Manager Order Management (hybrid)
Job Function:Administrative Services
Location:OXFORD
Company:Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time:Full Time

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

As the Order Management Manager for the EMEA region you will be leading and be responsible from the moment orders are placed with Harley-Davidson until the order is delivered to the customer. In addition to overseeing the Order-To-Deliver process, you will manage and work closely together to deliver the Order-to-Cash process.
As a leader, you will manage a team of four and work closely with our 3PL. You will interact with internal stakeholders and take accountability for all data elements connected to the order.
You will track order information and processes, including order entry, inventory management, fulfillment, transportation and (after-sales) service. The Order Management function provides visibility to both the business and the customer. You will work to provide near real-time insights into inventories and order statuses to guide the Sales organization and fulfill customer demand.

Job Responsibilities

• Communicating with various functions and internal and external customers, and managing the day to day order management processes, order cut-off’s and performance, ensuring orders flow smoothly from order creation to order delivery.
• Manage order statuses when orders flow through the OM process, from creation to fulfillment while working closely with Finance and Credit Management.
• Engage with Supply Planning and set-up governance to gather insights in open orders and ETA’s for supply coming into the EU.
• Collaborate with Logistics teams around the Globe to get insights on Expected Time of Arrivals [ETA’s] for supply that is ordered and in transit towards our European Distribution Center.
• Oversee the tracking of orders from creating to fulfillment, and the management of the people, processes, and data connected to the order.
• Manage the lifecycle of an order, which allows the Order management function to track all information and processes, including order entry, inventory management, fulfillment, and [after-sales] service.
• Create Supply visibility, by ensuring reliable and predictable order fulfillment statuses for orders placed on the system. Allowing you to provide near real-time insight into inventories, and ensuring customers are informed on when an order is delivered is a key part of the continued efforts to improve the Order Management Function.
• On a more tactical level, your insights contribute to reducing and further optimizing the cost-to-serve. Making recommendations for structural improvements, such as creating an optimized end-to-end process from order entry to order delivery.
• The OM team supports and contributes to coordinate quarterly and annual stock takes.
• A significant portion of the focus in this role, is on analyses and continuous improvement on the process and system [SAP, H-D net], as well as the data side [Excel, Power BI].
• Administer the efficient and economical movement of goods (e.g., materials, products, equipment) across international borders in accordance with organizational policies and in compliance with relevant local, country, and international customs laws and processes.
• Partner with company functions to provide volume and performance input and jointly conduct commercial business reviews.
• Work closely with external customers (Dealers & E-commerce customers) and internal customers like Field Sales Teams, Sales and Operations Planning, Credit and Finance.
  

Education Specifications

Holding HBO - Higher professional education degree or WO – University education degree or 10+ years of relevant work experience

Experience Requirements

Required

• Several years’ experience in (Global) Order Management and Distribution
• Excellent Analytical / Excel / Power BI / Presentation skills
• Knowledge of OM systems and Microsoft office applications
• User experience in SAP
• Experience in “management by influence” (support function / matrix organization)
• Experience in driving change towards operational excellence
• Complex data analysis - statistical knowledge

Preferred

• Lean Sigma background
• Experience in project management
• Understanding impact of Trade (Incoterms, Customs) compliance and Regulatory requirements

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

Direct Reports:Yes
Travel Required:0 - 10%
Visa Sponsorship:This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Relocation:This position is not eligible for relocation assistance