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Supply Chain Manager at Quaker Houghton in Barberà del Vallès, Spain
Job Description
About Quaker Houghton
Quaker Houghton is a global leader present in many people’s lives thanks to the fluid solutions we offer to the automotive, aerospace, packaging & construction sectors, amongst others. This role, based in our Barcelona site, is key to continuing to do great things together and exceed customer expectations.
As Supply Chain Manager, you will participate in a team effort to create a highly efficient operations process in a customer-driven environment, while leading the local SC team to successfully meet business needs. This is an exciting opportunity at a time when we are investing to strengthen our market position.
What will you do?
Coordinate and support execution of supply chain activities for our two manufacturing plants in Barberà del Vallès and Santa Perpètua de Mogoda.
Optimization of the supply chain processes while guaranteeing high standards.
Create analysis tools, statistics and reports to control and improve operations.
Ensure performance of logistics partners such as transportation, warehousing, contractors, etc.
Work closely with key stakeholders such as Sales, Customer Service or Finance and other departments to ensure alignment to company goals.
Manage the shipping, production planning and warehouse teams, ensuring their wellbeing engagement and performance.
Support Site Manager, EMEA Supply Chain Manager or Central Team on projects, budget creation and overall KPI reporting.
Requirements
What are we looking for?
Experience: Previous experience in a similar role where team management, Supply Chain expertise, Lean Manufacturing and 5S know-how are key to success. JD Edwards knowledge is highly valued. We will provide any additional training needed.
Languages: Spanish & English professional level spoken and written is a must.
Soft skills: Customer focus, Team-player, Strong Communication skills, Flexibility, Proactivity and High Safety conscious. Safety is at the core of our culture.
Location: Based in the Barbera del Vallès and Santa Perpètua de Mogoda, Vallès, Barcelona.
Benefits
What do we offer?
Permanent contract.
Health insurance.
Pension scheme.
Volunteering leave to dedicate to the cause of your choice
Access to real career growth opportunities in Supply Chain or other related areas of interest.
QH University: Continuous training programs for all seniority levels.
Attractive Wellbeing, Mental Health, Women Inclusion & D&I programs
Who are we?
We are a global leader in industrial process and mechanical engineering present in 40+ countries. We are continually improving and innovating so the world’s industrial manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Throughout our 100+ locations, our engineers, chemists and industry experts partner with our customers to play a key role in helping them run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes next.
Our values: Live Safe, Exceed Customer Expectations, Drive Results, Embrace Diversity and Do Great Things Together.
Our core values embody who we are as a company, guide our decisions and inspire us. Our commitment to these values, in words and actions, builds a safer, stronger Quaker Houghton. They are the fundamental beliefs that guide our internal conduct and our relationship with the outside world.
Join the team and let's do great things together!
EEO: Quaker Houghton is committed to equal employment opportunities and a workplace free of discrimination. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, gender identity, age, disability, ethnic origin, religion, or sexual orientation. In line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive, the salary range for this role is disclosed before the interview to support transparency and consistency in our hiring process. Candidates will not be asked about their salary history. Our company uses a structured job level and salary band framework to support objective and consistent compensation decisions.