Lead all supply chain activities and processes for the plant/operations unitDefine the plant supply chain strategy and translate into action plans based on plant/operations unit, BA SCM and Group strategySet plant/operations unit specific SCM standards and requirements towards external and internal contacts and ensure implementation based on BA SCM and Group standardsImplement and monitor BA and CT specific policies, procedures, and standards for SCMInitiate and manage plant/operations unit SCM optimization measurements to improve the efficiency, reliability, and cost situation in cross-functional teamsContribute to strategic, budget and operative planning of the plant/operations unit (e.g. with respect to investments, inventory, SCM costs, capacity and headcount planning)Define SCM plant/operation’s unit targets and ensure the achievement under consideration of internal and external customer expectations and contributionInitiate and implement continuous improvement activities by applying CBS methods and training measuresInitiate and control investments for supply chain equipment (e.g. fork trucks)Interface to segment, BA functions to gather local supply chain requirements, demands and other feedback.Represent the plant/operations unit towards internal and external contacts regarding SCM topics (i.e. process requirements)Initiate, participate in and/or steer local supply chain related and cross-functional projectsParticipate actively in the activities of environmental health and safetyLead change management in plant/operations unit SCMEnsure compliance in plant/operations unit SCMConduct employee dialogues, personnel development, and coaching