Supply Chain Manager

Valmet; Cikarang; On-site; IDR 251.635.000 - 335.515.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier in Cikarang is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement, logistics, and supplier management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 5 years' experience in supply chain operations, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing daily purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with import/export requirements, and driving performance metrics. This role offers the opportunity to connect global strategies with local execution in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of operational experience managing supply chain operations.
• Expert in supply chain operations across relevant areas.
• Excellent written and verbal English skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily purchasing activities.
• Manage transportation and local warehouse operations.
• Track and report supply chain costs and lead-times.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supply Chain Management

Influencing Skills

Understanding of ERP systems

Business Process Understanding

Supplier Network Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

LN & Baan

Valmet reporting tools

Windows applications

Job description

Are you ready to lead and make an impact? We’re seeking a Supply Chain Manager with proven global experience to drive procurement, logistics, and supplier management across our operations. In this role, you’ll connect global sourcing strategies with local execution, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and on-time performance. If you’re passionate about building strong supplier networks, optimizing processes, and leading teams to success—this is your opportunity to grow with us on a global stage.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Supplier Management:

• Oversee daily purchasing activities.
• Source and manage local suppliers for quality, price, availability, and cost improvements.
• Support global sourcing with local implementation.
• Establish agreements and price lists with local vendors.
• Keep sourcing and vendor data up to date.

Logistics & Warehouse Management:

• Manage transportation, forwarding, and local warehouse operations.
• Select logistics service providers.
• Ensure compliance with import/export requirements.

Procurement Engineering & Item Management:

• Manage item-level data in Baan.
• Provide engineering support for purchasing needs.

Performance, Cost & KPI Monitoring:

• Track and report supply chain costs and lead‑times.
• Monitor on‑time performance for inbound/outbound flows.
• Report KPIs and ensure alignment with global standards.

Team & Communication Management:

• Lead corrective actions for process issues.
• Ensure team readiness and task clarity.
• Conduct employee performance reviews and development planning.
• Report monthly performance to area managers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of operational experience managing supply chain operations.
• Expert in supply chain operations across relevant areas.
• Ability to quickly gain a deep understanding of business processes and products.
• Excellent written and verbal English skills.
• Good working knowledge of ERP systems with experience in LN & Baan and Valmet reporting tools a plus; normal Windows applications.
• Understanding of Valmet sourcing processes is preferred.
• Proven ability to implement strategies, develop networks and build teams.
• Superior leadership, communication and relationship management skills.
• Strong influencing skills across organizations and cultural boundaries.
• Ability to travel.

Valmet is the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Valmet’s vision is to become the global champion in serving its customers. Valmet employs about 12,000 professionals around the world. Valmet’s head office is in Espoo, Finland.