Head of Supply Chain (m/f)
Novi oglas

The Position

The Head of Supply Chain will lead procurement, logistics and warehouse operations through their respective managers. A key priority will be to improve how the company selects suppliers, negotiates terms and secures the products and components needed for new openings and daily operations.
Working closely with R&D, the successful candidate will translate technical specifications into purchasing decisions and delivery plans. This requires understanding what needs to be sourced, which suppliers can deliver it and how to balance cost, quality and deadlines.
The company is also introducing an ERP system and moving away from predominantly spreadsheet-based processes. The role will help establish reliable data, clearer workflows and reporting, while developing a team able to handle routine decisions and supplier discussions independently.

Key responsibilities include:

• Procurement and Supplier Development: Leading purchasing across specialised equipment, components, spare parts and retail merchandise; reviewing suppliers, identifying alternatives and negotiating prices and commercial terms
• Technical Sourcing: Working with R&D to understand specifications, select suitable suppliers and secure components in line with technical requirements and project timelines
• Supply Planning: Coordinating purchasing and stock availability for new openings and existing locations, identifying supply risks early and resolving issues that could cause delays
• Logistics and Inventory: Overseeing international deliveries, packing, stock accuracy and warehouse performance through the existing managers, and aligning inventory levels with operational needs
• ERP and Process Development: Leading the supply chain contribution to ERP implementation, including process definition, data preparation, testing and adoption, and establishing consistent reporting
• Operational Support: Improving how the team handles quotations, spare parts requests and order enquiries through the internal ticketing system, with clear responsibilities and response expectations
• People and Organisation: Assessing team capacity and capabilities, developing managers and employees, and adjusting responsibilities and team structure where needed
• Costs and Cross-functional Coordination: Managing procurement costs, contributing to budgets and agreeing priorities with other functional leaders, using data to explain constraints and propose solutions

The Candidate

We are seeking a supply chain leader with substantial purchasing and supplier management experience. You should be comfortable discussing technical requirements with R&D, negotiating with suppliers and helping managers resolve operational issues.

The role will suit someone who has improved processes in a growing organisation where systems and responsibilities were still being established. You will need to work directly with incomplete or fragmented data, set practical priorities and build greater independence within the team.

We are looking for someone with:

• At least five years of experience in supply chain management or procurement, with a strong focus on purchasing and supplier management
• Technical sourcing experience involving equipment, components or products with complex specifications, including supplier selection and commercial negotiations
• Experience improving purchasing costs while maintaining quality and reliable delivery
• Experience leading teams and managers, developing their capabilities and delegating responsibility
• The ability to work with other functional leaders, agree priorities and support recommendations with facts
• Experience improving processes in a growing or less structured organisation, including implementing or improving ERP-supported workflows
• Strong analytical and spreadsheet skills, together with an understanding of international logistics, trade requirements, inventory and warehouse operations
• A relevant university degree, fluency in English and experience working with international suppliers, customers or business partners

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package reflecting the experience of the successful candidate and the scope of the role
• A leadership role covering procurement, logistics and warehouse operations in a growing international business
• The opportunity to improve supplier performance and directly support new location openings
• Responsibility for developing the team, strengthening processes and helping implement a new ERP system
• Close cooperation with R&D and other functional leaders on technical sourcing, operational priorities and expansion plans

Contact

If you have strong procurement experience and enjoy developing teams and improving how a supply chain operates, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV via the APPLICATION LINK. All applications will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.

www.smartgroup.hr

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