Offer details
For an important International Group (Food industry) based in North Eastern Italy (Veneto) we are looking for a SUPPLY CHAIN EXECUTION LEAD.
The role ensures on-time, compliant, and quality-assured deliveries by actively managing supplier performance, coordinating internal stakeholders, and leading problem resolution and escalation processes. Acting as the central interface between suppliers and the organization, the role provides operational control, visibility, and governance across inbound logistics.
Key Responsibilities
Logistics Execution & Performance Management
- Act as first point of contact for logistics execution issues with suppliers
- Own and drive the execution of supplier-managed delivery activities from origin to Europe
- Ensure timely initiation of logistics processes up to final delivery
- Monitor and manage OTIF (On Time In Full) performance
- Identify risks, delays, or operational issues and implement corrective actions
Supplier Management & Escalation
- Challenge and influence suppliers to meet contractual and performance expectations
- Manage escalations related to delays, disruptions, or non-performance:
- 1st level: commercial and operational resolution with suppliers (e.g. replacements)
- 2nd level: crisis management in coordination with internal stakeholders
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Coordinate logistics-related activities across:
- Product Buyers
- Product Planner
- Quality Control
- Suppliers
- Treasury
- Freight forwarders and warehouse keepers
- Ensure alignment between logistics execution, planning priorities, and commercial commitments
Quality, Compliance & Documentation
- Oversee and coordinate Quality Control (QC) activities with suppliers and internal teams
- Ensure accurate and timely entry of goods into group inventory, including:
- Documentation completeness and correctness
- Compliance conformity checks
Ensure VAT compliance and support accounting-related checks
- Manage reporting related to deliveries
Invoicing & Internal Transfers
- Initiate and coordinate the delivery and internal invoicing process
- Work closely with the Planning Manager to ensure alignment on quantities, timing, and values
Requirements – Technical Skills
- Background or Knowledge in logistics and supply chain management
- 3-5y of Experience managing supplier performance in subcontracted logistics models (Preferably from the Food & Beverage sector or industries with a high volume of raw material imports from abroad)
- Negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Knowledge of SAP and Excel
- Preferably understanding of Quality Control (QC) processes
- Basic knowledge of accounting, invoicing, and VAT regulations
- Experience handling commercial documentation and compliance requirements
- English Professional Proficiency (written and spoken)
Soft Skills
- Ability to influence, challenge, and hold suppliers accountable
- Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
- Comfortable operating in complex, cross-functional environments
- Confident in managing escalations and crisis situations
- Proactive, results-driven mindset with strong attention to detail