We currently have a vacancy for a Supply Chain Manager Manager in our factory in Aprilia (Centre of Italy). Aprilia Plant is specialized in metal closures mainly for tomato, pickles, sauce & condiments. We also develop and assemble sealing machines for our customers and equipment for the manufacturing of closures in our Centre of Engineering.
We offer you to have an interesting position in an international company where we value personal development and experience. Join us and you’ll be part of sustainable company.
In this role you are responsible to lead the team in charge of production scheduling, warehouse, raw materials and finished goods dispatching. You supervise the work of all your team members, in order to meet the agreed customer delivery date (OTIF) in the most effective and optimal way. You ensure that the budget targets (KPI) for logistics are being met. You maintain pro-active relationship within the various plant departments.
Job Requirements
You have at least 7 year experience in a Logistics role in a manufacturing environment, a working experience in using ERP systems (preferentially SAP), have demonstrated experience of structuring and leading teams in Planning, Logistics and Demand management. For this complex industry process, you must be familiar with S&OP and S&OE concepts, you have the ability to work under pressure and build plans to achieve Inventory, OTIF and production optimization targets. Have a robust knowledge of logistics activities connected with production and materials planning, combined with continuous improvement tools and problem-solving and decision making skills (mandatory high level in MS Excel and preferential experience in SAP IBP).
Strong leadership and team working skills are essential as well as the ability to drive change through others. You should be an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills. You are fluent in Italian and in English.
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Skills Required
- At least 7 years experience in a logistics role within a manufacturing environment
- Working experience using ERP systems (preferentially SAP)
- Demonstrated experience structuring and leading teams in Planning, Logistics and Demand Management
- Familiarity with S&OP and S&OE concepts
- Ability to work under pressure and build plans to achieve Inventory, OTIF and production optimization targets
- Robust knowledge of logistics activities connected with production and materials planning and continuous improvement tools
- High level proficiency in MS Excel (mandatory)
- Preferential experience in SAP IBP
- Strong leadership and team working skills; ability to drive change
- Effective communication and excellent interpersonal skills
- Fluency in Italian and English
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a strong employer match, including safe‑harbor and year‑end true‑up features, is highlighted in recent plan materials. This level of retirement support is presented as a competitive component of total rewards.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage, alongside disability, EAP, and FSA/HSA options, form a comprehensive core package. This breadth is characterized as competitive and adds meaningful value to overall compensation.
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Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a leading manufacturer of consumer, industrial, healthcare and protective packaging. With more than 19,000 employees working in 34 countries, Sonoco serves many of the world’s best-known brands. Our integrated packaging solutions help define brand personalities, create unique customer experiences and enhance the quality of products and the quality of life for people around the world. It’s all in the service of our purpose: Better Packaging. Better Life. Sonoco is committed to creating sustainable products, services and programs for our customers, employees and communities. Sonoco was listed as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 2021 as well as being included in Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies for the third year in a row. Learn more at Sonoco.com
