Head of Supply Chain Italy

Fresenius Medical Care; Palazzo Pignano; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

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Descrizione del lavoro

Fresenius Medical Care in Palazzo Pignano (CR), Italy, is seeking a Head of Supply Chain Italy to lead local logistics, inventory control, and S&OP processes. The role oversees warehousing, transportation, planning, and replenishment to clinics, driving efficiency and regulatory compliance while partnering with global teams.

Hybrid work arrangement in Italy. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years in supply chain or logistics, with strong leadership

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Chain or Logistics.
• Proven experience leading teams and managing complex stakeholder environments.
• Fluent in Italian and English.

Mansioni

• Responsible for all local Logistics activities (Warehouse Management, Transportation, Planning, Replenishment to the Clinics, etc).
• Lead and manage the local Supply Chain team, including the stakeholder management.
• Focusing on improvement on all local Logistics operations, demand planning, inventory, 3PL management.
• Actively involve in Logistics 3PL and Provider relationship management
• Lead Local Supply Chain projects to drive expanded capabilities, improve the efficiency of existing processes and enable cost reduction.
• Systematic review of all inventories and stock levels.
• Responsible for local Supply Chain KPIs including 3PL performance, and inventory control.
• Responsible for Logistics Budget in addition, open to financial improvement, standardized and cost transparent.
• Lead monthly Sales & Operations (S&OP) process within the company,
• Participate demand and budget planning meetings with sales, marketing, financial control teams to analyse forecasts,
• Ensuring compliance with Local & Global guidelines and responsible of local and Global Quality management (GDP/ADR etc)
• Create and maintain teamwork and team spirit in the local logistic team and within Cluster 1 and EMEA SC colleagues.
• Secure Logistics employees’ occupational health and Safety regulations within company
• Represent company against local Logistics state authorities, customers or any other stakeholder.
• Coordinate information flow between Global Supply Chain teams, involve in projects if necessary.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Analytics

Communication

Excel

SAP MM

Languages IT-EN

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Strumenti

SAP MM

Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

Head of Supply Chain (Italy)

Location: Palazzo Pignano (CR)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

At Fresenius Medical Care , we are the global leader in kidney care, committed to improving the lives of patients with chronic kidney disease. Guided by our vision, “Creating a future worth living. For patients. Worldwide. Every day.” , we work with purpose and compassion, supported by a global team of over 110,000 employees.

Within our Care Enablement segment, we develop and provide life-sustaining medical products, health solutions, and therapies that empower clinical teams and improve patient outcomes. Our FME Reignite strategy drives transformation through innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth.

Our values guide how we work:

• We Care for our patients, each other, and our communities

• We Connect across teams and borders to deliver excellence together

• We Commit to doing things the right way, growing with purpose and leading kidney care with integrity and innovation

As part of the Care Enablement organization, the Head of Supply Chain Italy plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient, reliable, and compliant flow of products and services across our operations. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing end-to-end logistics activities, driving operational excellence, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to support business growth and outstanding patient care.

The role is based in Italy and reports within the EMEA Supply Chain organization.

Goal of the Function

The Head of Supply Chain Italy is responsible for leading all local logistics and supply chain activities, including warehousing, transportation, planning, inventory management, and replenishment operations. The role drives performance, efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement while fostering a strong team culture and building effective partnerships with internal stakeholders, logistics providers, and global supply chain teams.

Your Responsibilities

• Responsible for all local Logistics activities (Warehouse Management, Transportation, Planning, Replenishment to the Clinics, etc).

• Lead and manage the local Supply Chain team, including the stakeholder management.

• Focusing on improvement on all local Logistics operations, demand planning, inventory, 3PL management.

• Actively involve in Logistics 3PL and Provider relationship management

• Lead Local Supply Chain projects to drive expanded capabilities, improve the efficiency of existing processes and enable cost reduction.

• Systematic review of all inventories and stock levels.

• Responsible for local Supply Chain KPIs including 3PL performance, and inventory control.

• Responsible for Logistics Budget in addition, open to financial improvement, standardized and cost transparent.

• Lead monthly Sales & Operations (S&OP) process within the company,

• Participate demand and budget planning meetings with sales, marketing, financial control teams to analyse forecasts,

• Ensuring compliance with Local & Global guidelines and responsible of local and Global Quality management (GDP/ADR etc)

• Create and maintain teamwork and team spirit in the local logistic team and within Cluster 1 and EMEA SC colleagues.

• Secure Logistics employees’ occupational health and Safety regulations within company

• Represent company against local Logistics state authorities, customers or any other stakeholder.

• Coordinate information flow between Global Supply Chain teams, involve in projects if necessary.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Chain or Logistics.

• Proven experience leading teams and managing complex stakeholder environments.

• Strong analytical mindset with a structured, results-oriented approach to problem-solving.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively across cultures and functions.

• High level of accountability, self-organization, resilience, and positive leadership energy.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP (MM Module).

• Fluent in Italian and English, both written and spoken.

What We Offer

• A strategic leadership role within a global healthcare organization dedicated to improving patients’ lives.

• The opportunity to shape and optimize supply chain operations in a highly regulated and business-critical environment.

• Exposure to international projects and collaboration with regional and global stakeholders.

• A culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and teamwork.

• The benefits of a successful global corporation combined with a collaborative and inclusive working environment.

• The indicative annual gross salary for this position ranges between €50,000 and €55,000, in addition to a variable bonus linked to performance targets and a company car.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate all applications fairly and respectfully, including those from candidates belonging to protected categories under Italian Law 68/99. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing reasonable accommodations, where needed, to ensure all candidates can participate fully in the recruitment process and perform their roles successfully.