Regional Supply Chain Senior Director EMEAI

Sherwin-Williams; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global coatings company is seeking a Regional Supply Chain Senior Director to spearhead their regional supply chain strategy in the EMEAI area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management within the chemical industry and excel in cross-functional collaboration. This role offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits package, and opportunities for career advancement in an innovative environment focused on sustainability and safety.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Company car

Generous company contributed pension

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, or business administration required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems and supply chain analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional supply chain strategies aligned with global objectives.
• Lead end-to-end planning processes including demand forecasting and inventory management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Supply chain analytics

Lean Six Sigma

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, or business administration

Tools

SAP

Oracle

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Job Description

In the role of Regional Supply Chain Senior Director EMEAI you can be based anywhere within EMEAI and travel for this role leading the regional supply chain strategy and execution within our Global Supply Supply division at Sherwin-Williams EMEAI.

Responsibilities

Regional Supply Chain Strategy & Execution

• Develop and implement regional supply chain strategies aligned with global business objectives.
• Tailor planning and forecasting to meet the unique requirements of batch production and regulatory compliance in the coatings industry.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and trade regulations across the region.

Integrated Planning & Operations Management

• Lead end-to-end planning processes including demand forecasting, production scheduling, and inventory management.
• Balance customer demand with manufacturing capacity and raw material availability, particularly for hazardous or regulated substances.
• Manage the supply network to optimize logistics and distribution to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery.

Customer Service & Cost Optimization

• Ensure high service levels and responsive order management for industrial and specialty coatings clients.
• Optimize working capital and total supply chain costs, including raw material sourcing and inventory turns.
• Drive proactive communication and issue resolution to enhance customer satisfaction.

Systems, Tools & Performance Management

• Optimize planning systems (e.g., SAP APO, IBP) and reporting tools to support real-time decision-making.
• Monitor and adapt KPIs (e.g., OTIF, forecast accuracy, batch size) to reflect evolving business and regulatory needs.
• Ensure data integrity and traceability for compliance and operational excellence.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and digital transformation initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Benchmark against global best practices in chemical supply chains.
• Promote sustainability, safety, and innovation across the regional network.

Leadership, Talent Development & Global Collaboration

• Build and lead a high-performing, diverse supply chain team with a strong culture of safety and accountability.
• Drive employee engagement, succession planning, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with global supply chain, regulatory, and commercial teams to ensure alignment and enablement.

Qualifications

• A minimum of bachelor's degree majoring in supply chain management, operations, or business administration.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, preferably in the chemical or coatings industry.
• Proven leadership in cross-functional, multicultural environments.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, AS400, etc.) and supply chain analytics.
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or APICS is a plus.
• At least 2 years of experience in IBP/S&OP coordination.
• Fluent in English; additional EMEAI languages are a plus

Preferred:

• An advanced degree or relevant certifications in supply chain (such as IBP, APICS Six Sigma / Lean certification of green belt or above
• At least 2 years of experience in IBP/S&OP coordination.
• Cross-functional business domain experience in supported process areas is desirable, including:
• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Sourcing and procurement
• Finance
• Engineering

Our offer to you...

• Strong focus on work-life balance
• Competitive compensation
• Private medical insurance
• Company car
• Generous company contributed pension
• Salary extras and additional holiday days purchase
• Life insurance
• Share incentive plan
• Career growth in a global, innovative company
• Industry leadership in protective coatings
• Access to Sherwin Academy for continuous learning
• Inclusive wellbeing, mental health, and ID&E programmes
• Supportive environment for women and diversity in the workplace

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About Us

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life ... with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career ... with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection ... with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

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Equal Opportunity Employer
An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law.

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