About this role
<div> </div> <div> </div> <div> <p><span><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span>Location:</span></span><span> </span></span> <span><span>Seixezelo</span><span> (Porto)</span></span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span>Contract Length: </span></span> <span>Permanent</span></p> <p> </p> <h3><strong><span>JOB PURPOSE</span><span> </span></strong></h3> </div> <div> <p><span>As Supply Chain Manager, you will play a</span><span> central role in shaping the performance, reliability, and future of our Seixezelo operations</span><span>. Reporting directly to the Plant General Manager—and with a dotted-line connection to the Business Unit Supply Chain Manager—you will act as a </span><span>key partner</span><span> to Production, Sales, Customer Service, Finance, and Group Supply Chain teams.</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>This is a </span><span>highly visible and impactful role </span><span>where you will oversee the full end-to-end supply chain flow, l</span><span>eadin</span><span>g a team of 34 people (5 direct reports)</span><span> and en</span><span>suring that </span><span>customer commitments</span><span> are met with efficiency, accuracy, and consistency.</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Beyond daily operations, this role offers the opportunity to </span><span>influence processes at plant and group level</span><span>, contribute to </span><span>strategic planning</span><span>, and </span><span>continuously strengthen our way of working</span><span>. If you are looking for a dynamic position with real responsibility, cross-functional exposure, and room to grow within the Group, this role provides exactly that.</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <h3><strong><span>PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES</span><span> </span></strong></h3> </div> <div> <div> <p><strong><span>Team Leadership & Development</span><span> </span></strong></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Lead and develop a team of 34 people (5 direct reports), fostering a modern, coaching-oriented culture.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Support talent growth, succession planning, and performance management.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Promote engagement, collaboration, and continuous skill development across the team.</span> <br><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><strong><span>End-to-End Supply Chain & Customer Service</span><span> </span></strong></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Ensure smooth order fulfilment and OTIF performance.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Coordinate with production, sales, and customer service to meet commitments.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Maintain proactive communication with customers and suppliers.</span> <br><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><strong><span>Procurement & Material Availability</span><span> </span></strong></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span><span>Lead strategic sourcing and </span><span>monitor</span><span> supplier performance.</span></span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span><span>Ensure </span><span>timely</span><span> availability of raw materials and services.</span></span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span><span>Identify</span><span> cost-saving and efficiency improvement opportunities.</span></span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><strong><span>Planning, Scheduling & Inventory</span><span> </span></strong></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Drive forecasting, S&OP, and production planning.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span><span>Maintain </span><span>optimal</span><span> inventory levels balancing cost and service.</span></span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Align demand, capacity, and supply across functions.</span> <br><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><strong><span>Warehousing, Distribution & Continuous Improvement</span><span> </span></strong></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Oversee warehousing and distribution efficiency.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, CI, simplification).</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Optimise transportation flows and delivery performance.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <p><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <h3>QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS</h3> </div> <div> <p><strong><span>Formal Qualifications & Experience</span><span> </span></strong></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Minimum 8 years’ experience in </span><span>full end-to-end supply chain roles.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Experience in </span><span>complex, multi-stakeholder environments.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Proven people-management experience</span><span> with a modern, coaching-oriented leadership style.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Fluency in </span><span>Portuguese</span><span> and professional-level </span><span>English</span><span>.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Data-analysis skills (ERP/MRP systems like SAP for example, Excel)</span> <br><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><strong><span>Key Skills</span><span> </span></strong></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Strong team player and </span><span>inspirational team leader</span><span>.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Excellent communication</span><span>, influencing and negotiation abilities.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Problem-solving</span><span> oriented with solid decision-making skills.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Highly organised with </span><span>strong time-management</span><span> habits.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Proactive, adaptable, and </span><span>comfortable in fast-changing environments</span><span>.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> </div> </div>