Lead strategic assessments and ROI analyses for supply chain innovation initiatives and business development opportunities.
Identify and evaluate potential M&A opportunities, prepare business cases, and support due diligence and post-merger integration activities.
Scout and develop new business lines, partnerships, and supply chain–related growth opportunities.
Partner with senior leadership to develop frameworks for innovation deployment across manufacturing, make or buy, sourcing, operations, logistics, sustainability, and packaging.
Drive the execution of innovation projects in supply chain processes, technologies, and business models.
Act as program leader for cross-functional innovation pilots, ensuring alignment with company strategy and measurable business impact.
Monitor emerging technologies, market trends, and competitive landscapes to proactively identify disruption opportunities and risks.
Build robust financial models and business plans to evaluate innovation and business development initiatives.
Develop ROI tracking mechanisms to measure the success and scalability of pilots and projects.
Present insights and recommendations to executive leadership and the board when required.
Represent Supply Chain for corporate driven M&A due diligences and integration efforts.
Support the identification, evaluation, and negotiation of strategic acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to conduct due diligence and integration planning.
Partner with Strategic Supply Chain (sourcing, supplier development, NPI), Supply Chain Operations (S&OP, planning, procurement, logistics, trade compliance, packaging), and Sustainability teams to embed innovation and new business models into operations.
Act as a thought leader and change agent, fostering a culture of innovation and agility within the global supply chain organization.
Requirements
10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, strategy consulting, or business development, with strong exposure to innovation initiatives.
Strong financial acumen and experience in building ROI models and business plans.
Ability to connect supply chain strategies with broader business growth opportunities.
Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional, global initiatives with measurable outcomes.
Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively to senior leadership, investors, and external stakeholders.
Experience in sustainability and supply chain innovation technologies preferred.
MBA or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred.
Strong analytical mindset, creativity, and effective communication abilities.
High level of autonomy and accountability for results.
Benefits
Sustainability initiatives
Remote work options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
supply chain managementROI analysisfinancial modelingbusiness case developmentdue diligencepost-merger integrationinnovation deploymentsourcinglogisticssustainability