Supply Chain Manager

About the role

Jotun Mexico is looking for a Supply Chain Manager to lead and elevate its Supply Chain function, covering planning, procurement, logistics, warehousing and related operations (excluding manufacturing). The role drives operational excellence, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement, and aligns local, regional and corporate objectives. It is a regular, full-time position based in Veracruz.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the Operations teams, developing, coaching and guiding them so they are competent, engaged and able to meet current and future needs.
• Implement and monitor procedures so Operations complies with local laws and regulations, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, the Jotun Operations System and the HSEQ management system.
• Drive continuous improvement through the Jotun Operations System and agreed KPIs, and take part in management meetings to coordinate improvement projects.
• Ensure close cooperation between all operational functions and arrange capital investments and budgets for HSE and capacity needs.
• Set up logistics efficiently, manage stock and control quality of raw materials, packaging and finished goods.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, industrial engineering, business administration or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management within distribution/wholesale operations, outside manufacturing.
• Proven leadership of warehouse, transportation and planning teams, with stakeholder management with Sales, Finance and Customer Service.
• Bilingual Spanish/English, with written and verbal skills for regional coordination.

Required skills

• Logistics and transportation: freight, route optimization and last-mile delivery of commercial products.
• ERP proficiency.
• Demand planning, inventory optimization and cycle counts for fast-moving goods.
• Cost control of transportation, warehousing and inventory carrying costs.
• Import/export processes, sourcing strategies and purchase order cycles.
• Experience leading Sales & Operations Planning to match commercial demand with supply.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Training through on-the-job training and the in-house Jotun Academy.
• Career development across disciplines and geographies.
• A supportive, inclusive culture with team-building and social activities.