Supply Chain Manager

Abb

The Role

Overview

Lead procurement team, manage sourcing, SAP Ariba, and drive cost/quality improvements.

Key Responsibilities

  • sap ariba
  • process improvement
  • cost optimization
  • compliance
  • risk mitigation
  • stakeholder management

Tasks

-Ensure adherence to ABB’s core values, safety, integrity, and compliance standards in all activities. -Foster collaboration across divisions and maintain strong stakeholder relationships. -Reduce risks related to quality and financial exposure by enforcing commercial and quality procedures. -Optimize costs, quality, delivery, and working capital through the rigorous application of group procurement standards. -Oversee the implementation and performance of supply chain systems, including SAP Ariba. -Drive continuous improvement by analyzing issues, identifying root causes, and recommending process enhancements. -Lead and manage the purchasing team, ensuring efficient execution of procurement activities and compliance with company guidelines. -Develop team capabilities through coaching, mentoring, and succession planning.

Requirements

  • sap ariba
  • leadership
  • bilingual
  • 5-10 yrs
  • supply chain
  • university degree

What You Bring

-5 to 10 years of experience in procurement/supply chain management, ideally in an industrial or manufacturing environment. -Strong knowledge of SAP Ariba and supply chain systems. -More than 5 years of experience in personnel management, with proven leadership skills. -Excellent communication skills in French and English, with the ability to manage stakeholders effectively. French is required. English is also required for regular communication with clients outside Quebec. -University degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.

The Company

About Abb

-A global technology leader with a rich history of innovation. -Focuses on electrification, automation, robotics, and digitalization for global industries. -Delivers solutions to improve productivity, energy efficiency, and sustainability. -A key player in sectors like utilities, transportation, manufacturing, and infrastructure. -Notable projects include electrification of rail networks, automation in factories, and energy-efficient grid solutions. -Continues to lead in integrating cutting-edge technologies, combining the digital and physical worlds.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government

Renewables

E-mobility

Data Centers

Smart Buildings

Power Transmission and Distribution

Robotics

Automation Technology

Heavy Electrical Equipment

Electrification

Industrial Automation

Power Grids