**The Position:** Boehringer Ingelheim is looking for a **Supply Chain Manager** , for our **Southern Africa** region. The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible to lead and develop the local supply chain team in line with our values, and align with cross functional teams to develop S&OP process. Initiate and lead improvements in supply chain strategies and trade channel management. The job holder will be reporting to Head of Finance & Administration, Southern Africa. **Tasks & responsibilities:** + Manage and improve S&OP for Human Pharma & Animal Health, facilitate in creation of monthly demand plan by aligning with internal & external parties. + Govern end-to-end inventory planning while adhering to defined stock targets, balancing costs, and availability. + Manage end-to-end O2C process in line with corporate guidelines with target of high level of customer service. + Lead and develop local supply chain team to improve team member’s performance and foster strong training culture. + Manage logistics preparation and execution in preparation of launch. + Administer local 3PL/4PL partners, track and safeguard local distribution. + Build strong networks with internal and external stakeholders. **Requirements:** + Bachelor’s degree, MSc / MBA would be an advantage. + Minimum 5-7 years in end-to-end Supply Chain Management; experience in a multinational life science or FMCG, preferably in South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa region. + APICS, PMI or Prince 2 certifications preferred. + SAP experience is a must. **Skills & Competencies:** + Strong leadership management skills. + Excellent analytical skills in interpreting reports. + Demand planning management. + Excellent knowledge of commercial processes. **A global collective. Waiting for you.** What’s Next? We are looking forward to receiving your application! We will then have a look at your profile. If we see a match, we will invite you for a screening interview. Screening: In order to comply with applicable export control laws, Boehringer Ingelheim periodically screens business relations (including job applicants) against sanctioned party lists (“SPL”). These checks may be performed by Boehringer Ingelheim or by any of its Affiliates. You acknowledge that Boehringer Ingelheim and/or its Affiliates will screen you against SPL and that for this purpose your personal data may be processed in relevant databases, including databases of third-party vendors that perform SPL screening for or on behalf of Boehringer Ingelheim or its Affiliates which may be located or accessible outside the EU. Boehringer Ingelheim is committed to ensuring an adequate level of protection of your personal data. Diversity & Inclusion @ Boehringer Ingelheim At Boehringer Ingelheim we share the opinion that diversity and inclusion is essential for the growth of our business and that our strengths and competitive advantage are also the result of the diversity of our company – diversity across the three dimensions of inclusion: Gender, Geography and Generation. Our people are part of a deep-rooted, family company philosophy that welcomes everyone! We respect and celebrate the diversity of our people, their backgrounds and experiences and provide equal opportunity for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or national origin. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.