Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services, growing from its beginnings in Cleveland, Ohio, to a global footprint across more than 30 countries and 200-plus locations.
OUR VISION:
Be the best performing customer service company in the world.
OUR PURPOSE:
We create packaging solutions for life’s essentials.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
The Vice President, Intelligent Supply Chain is responsible for advancing the supply chain ecosystem to maximize the potential of our supply chain professionals, fully leverage the scale of our spend and logistics network and enable the business to scale through digital and automation solutions.
This executive-level position leads a team of supply chain professionals that are responsible for modernizing and advancing Greif’s supply chain capabilities and drive a competitive advantage. This includes partnering with supply chain sub-disciplines (logistics, purchasing, planning and sourcing) and cross-functional organizations to analyze, identify, change and improve supply chain processes, technologies, and operations to deliver value to our colleagues, strategic business units, suppliers and customers.
The Vice President, Intelligent Supply Chain is also responsible for establishing proper controls and ensuring Greif’s supply chain processes are compliant with laws and regulations globally. The position will lead all centralized strategic supply chain activities and programs to simplify and standardize workflows and help to improve the performance of our supply chain. The position will lead business transformation through the modernization of our supply chain ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities:
Development, oversight and execution of the supply chain modernization strategy, roadmap and investment plan that advances supply chain digital and automation capabilities.
Oversight and execution of global supply chain compliance programs (ethics, regulatory, governance programs, SarBox, Conflict Minerals, etc.)
Holds organization accountable to have robust supply chain policies & procedures in place that properly govern the spending of company monies and drives continuous improvement in the function’s performance.
Oversight and execution of the supply chain risk management program.
Oversight and execution of ethical sourcing programs (supplier diversity, sustainability, circularity, supplier code of conduct).
Leadership for intelligent supply chain, functional performance metrics & reporting that drive agility, resiliency and enable critical business growth objectives.
Leadership for the enterprise supply chain master data governance, data analytics and data management systems.
Cross-enterprise leadership for the execution of new supply chain management programs and lean supply chain initiatives.
Oversight for supply chain functional key performance indicators.
Engages with supply chain and other functional teams to improve material flow, operating working capital, and profit margin using advanced analytics and modeling techniques.
Leadership for the supply chain function strategy deployment process including internal and external stakeholder and supplier communications.
Leadership for overall function budget in alignment with strategic priorities and performance objectives.
Develops and monitors long-term strategic plans for achieving cost, services and quality goals and objectives.
Communicates goals and objectives, applies company policy, staffs, trains, coaches, administers colleague performance management.
Develops company-wide policies and best practices aligned with meeting safety, cost-savings, quality effectiveness and other goals.
Identifies and executes performance improvement initiatives.
Drive business transformation through modernization, integration, and the incorporation of automation, artificial intelligence, and innovative supply chain capabilities.
Lead the supply chain technology and application strategy, solutions, investment roadmap, and execution priorities, aligning them with evolving business goals.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain or related field. Graduate degree preferred.
15+ years of experience in supply chain management with emphasis on supply chain information technology systems administration.
Knowledge and Skills:
Proven ability to interface and partner with business leaders and strategic partners.
Strong track record of leveraging cross-functional resources to deliver supply chain infrastructure solutions.
Innovative and critical thinking, adaptability in problem-solving, and the ability to provide actionable outcomes.
Strong presentation skills suitable for all levels of the organization.
Possesses a thorough understanding of supply and demand material requirements planning, procurement, sourcing, logistics, materials management & warehousing.
Large scale technology and systems business case development with financial acumen.
Executive-level leadership experience managing diversity of talent across geographies.
Possesses excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict management skills.
Demonstrates timely decision making, priority setting, and well-rounded perspective.
Possesses excellent process and program management skills.
Understands global supply chain laws and regulations.
Demonstrates active listening and the ability to think creatively.
At Greif, your work has purpose, colleagues care about your well-being, and you have the opportunity to grow and thrive. Service and leadership are the core of everything we do. Our global presence provides us a platform to do good in the world.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation Range:
The pay range for this position is $ 190,000.00 to $ 270,000.00 per year. The base pay offered for this position may vary based on market data and other factors, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may be eligible for a short-term incentive in addition to base pay.
Benefits Statement:
Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one.
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, gender, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran. For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.
