Head of COO Supply Chain Solutions

About LEONI

LEONI is a worldwide leader in products, solutions, and services supporting energy and data management within the automotive sector. With approximately 95,000 employees across 23 countries, the group recorded consolidated revenues of EUR 3.9 billion in 2025 (excluding the former Automotive Cable Solutions division). Since mid-2025, LEONI has been integrated into the Luxshare Group, a top-tier solutions provider for consumer electronics, communications, automotive, data centers, and medical industries globally.

At LEONI, you'll collaborate within a diverse, international team shaping mobility's future, including autonomous driving, alternative propulsion technologies, and intelligent charging solutions.

Role Overview

The Head of COO Supply Chain Solutions is responsible for leading the global Supply Chain Solutions division within Business Platforms & Applications. This role spearheads strategic direction, operational excellence, and transformational initiatives across the comprehensive supply chain system landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a global organization in Supply Chain Solutions, ensuring exemplary performance and coordinated efforts across all regions.
• Design and implement a comprehensive supply chain technology strategy aligned with corporate priorities and digital transformation goals.
• Act as the primary IT liaison for COO and Supply Chain executives, transforming business objectives into scalable, value-adding solutions.
• Manage, modernize, and optimize the global application suite covering planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and warehouse operations.
• Drive large-scale transformation initiatives, including ERP/SAP S/4HANA deployments, standardization of processes, and harmonization of systems.
• Establish governance frameworks, standards, operational models, and best practices throughout the supply chain tech environment.
• Direct cross-functional product teams and Business IT Integrated Teams (BITs) to ensure alignment and timely project delivery.
• Oversee budget planning, resource distribution, and vendor partnerships to maximize cost-efficiency and value realization.
• Ensure adherence to enterprise architecture standards, data governance policies, cybersecurity measures, and regulatory compliance.
• Champion innovation, continuous process improvement, KPI tracking, and leadership development to elevate organizational performance.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in IT, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related disciplines; advanced qualifications (MBA or similar) are advantageous.
• Over 10 years of progressive leadership experience in IT, digital transformation, or supply chain technologies within complex, multinational corporations.
• Proven expertise managing global teams and directing multi-leader structures, adept at operating within matrix and cross-functional settings.
• Successful track record leading extensive transformation projects (e.g., ERP/SAP S/4HANA), including process redesign and organizational change management.
• Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end supply chain functions including planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).
• Solid experience with enterprise platforms such as ERP (preferably SAP S/4HANA), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Advanced Planning Systems (APS), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and analytics tools.
• Strong grasp of enterprise architecture, system integration, data governance frameworks, and cloud-based application landscapes.
• Demonstrable leadership skills in building high-performing teams, mentoring managers, and fostering talent growth and succession planning.
• Robust commercial and operational insight, with skills in budget control, vendor management, and driving measurable business outcomes.
• Excellent communication capabilities, adept stakeholder engagement, and influence; fluency in English mandatory, additional languages are beneficial.

Additional Information & Benefits

• Flexible and autonomous working arrangements through trust-based hours and opportunities for home office work.
• Competitive compensation package with performance bonuses including vacation and Christmas allowances, embedded in collective labor agreements.
• Opportunities for growth via the LEONI Academy’s extensive training and development programs.
• Modern office environment featuring open communicative designs, collaborative work zones, and quiet areas for focused work.
• Health and wellness initiatives including regular health days, preventive medical screenings, and group sports activities.

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