SCM Business Operations Manager

We are seeking an experienced SCM Business Operations Manager to serve as the strategic partner and trusted advisor to the Head of Global Supply Chain Management. In this highly visible role, you will act as the central coordinator across the global SCM organization, ensuring strategic priorities are translated into execution while driving operational excellence, organizational alignment, and business performance.

As the key point of contact for supply chain escalations, business-critical initiatives, and crisis response, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening supply chain resilience and enabling effective decision-making across the organization. This position requires a unique combination of strategic thinking, leadership, stakeholder management, and hands-on execution to support the success of the global supply chain function.

What You Will Do

Drive Strategic Operations & Business Excellence

• Act as the strategic advisor and trusted partner to the Head of Global SCM, supporting the execution of key business priorities.

• Coordinate and manage the SCM leadership team's operating rhythm, including strategic planning cycles, Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), and operational reviews.

• Align objectives and initiatives across Supply Chain, Sales, Manufacturing, Finance, R&D, and other key stakeholders.

• Develop executive-level reports, presentations, and insights to support decision-making by senior leadership, executives, and the Board of Directors.

Lead Crisis Management & Escalation Resolution

• Serve as the central coordinator for major supply chain disruptions, critical escalations, and business continuity events.

• Mobilize cross-functional teams to address urgent challenges while minimizing operational, customer, and financial impacts.

• Proactively identify emerging supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to manage potential disruptions.

• Drive effective issue resolution by removing roadblocks and ensuring timely stakeholder communication.

Lead Strategic Initiatives & Task Forces

• Build and lead cross-functional task forces to address business-critical situations, transformation programs, and urgent operational needs.

• Manage high-priority projects and strategic initiatives from planning through execution, ensuring delivery within agreed objectives, timelines, and budgets.

• Support organizational transformation efforts through structured project management and change leadership.

• Monitor initiative progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions when required.

Drive Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate existing business processes and supply chain operations to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Implement scalable solutions that enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and organizational performance.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and operational excellence across the global SCM organization.

What You Will Need

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, Business Operations, Strategy, Management Consulting, or related functions.

• At least 3 years of leadership or senior management experience with responsibility for driving cross-functional initiatives.

• MBA or other advanced degree is highly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of global supply chain operations, business planning, and organizational governance.

• Proven experience leading and managing complex supply chain disruptions, crisis situations, or business-critical escalations.

• Strong project and program management capabilities with a track record of delivering strategic initiatives successfully.

• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build alignment across senior leadership teams.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and executive reporting skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution and operational problem-solving.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced and highly matrixed environment.

What Sets You Apart

• You remain calm, composed, and decisive during high-pressure situations.

• You naturally build strong partnerships and break down organizational silos.

• You are proactive, resourceful, and action-oriented, always looking ahead to anticipate risks and opportunities.

• You can quickly mobilize teams, drive alignment, and deliver results in dynamic and rapidly changing environments.

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D&I Statement

As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.