Senior Supply Chain Business Development Manager, Leeds - UK
Arla Foods LtdSenior Supply Chain Business Development Manager
Location: Leeds, UK
About the role
This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with strategy and business development directly with the UK Supply Chain Leadership Team and other senior leaders across the organization. You will be leading implementation of the UK supply chain network strategy and be part of the UK Supply Chain Leadership Team.
You will report to the Supply Chain Strategy & Business Development Director and have a dotted line to the UK SC E2E SVP. You will be a full member of the UK SC Leadership Team and part of the Supply Chain Strategy & Business Development team within the Strategy and Business Development department.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of the portfolio of strategic network projects for the UK supply chain network, working in tight collaboration with relevant stakeholders
- Lead the local process and governance for network strategy implementation and the annual business planning process for the UK end-to-end supply chain leadership team
- Provide executive support to the Senior Vice President of UK's end-to-end supply chain, including supporting presentations, advising on key business issues and managing the UK SC Leadership Team operations (e.g. owning the agenda and meeting practicalities)
What will make you successful
Experience and qualifications:
- Consultancy or business development experience combined with a solid educational background, ideally within finance or business
- Strong strategy & business development consulting toolbox including business case development, structured problem solving, communication, project and program management skills
- Experience and passion for supply chain (added bonus)
- Excellent command of PowerPoint and Excel
- Fluency in English (essential)
Personal attributes:
- Independent and self-driven
- Thrive in fast-paced and constantly changing environments
- Above-average level of drive and ambition
- Strong problem-solving skills with ability to challenge the status quo and develop ambitious solutions
- Energized by engaging with team and stakeholders throughout the organization
- Team player ready to collaborate across functions and levels of seniority
- Assertive and willing to speak up and challenge senior leaders when necessary
About Arla
Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. We are an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture.
Application
For additional information, please email: SVTRO@arlafoods.com
Reference: 108893
About Arla Foods Ltd
Arla Foods is a farmer-owned dairy cooperative that produces and sells dairy products such as milk, cheese, butter and yogurt under brands including Arla, Lurpak, Castello and Puck. It was formed in 2000 through the merger of the Swedish cooperative Arla and the Danish company MD Foods, and is owned by dairy farmers in several European countries. Its Arla Foods Ingredients business specialises in whey proteins and milk-based ingredients.
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