Continental Supply Chain Manager

At Eurostar we’re busy making Europe’s most loved travel experience better than ever. Join us and you’ll be part of a dynamic, connected, cosmopolitan team that feels at home in four countries and shares the same goal - to create an experience for our passengers that’s always truly exceptional. Do you want to be part of this journey?

An opportunity has arisen to join Eurostar as its **Continental Supply Chain Manager **within thethe Channel route - Fleet Management team.

In charge of the Continental Materials team, the Supply Chain Manager is responsible for the parts and materials availability, as well as the availability in the Partners depots, the materials planning, the logistics operations and suppliers OTIF.

You will be responsible for ensuring the parts and materials availability according to the Fleet and Production work plan in the different locations where Eurostar maintenance operations are carried out (mainly but not limited to EECTM, Le Landy and Forest).
- Internal Use Only : Grade THI F based in Brussels HQ_

**We are looking for someone to...**
- Work closely with Fleet Management, Engineering and Production to be aware of the immediate and long-term requirements and changes to understand the material requirements and ensure continuity of supply to deliver service level measures
- Work closely with Infrastructure Services (especially Stores) for ensuring the development of kits and ensure their availability
- Work closely with the suppliers’ Material teams and challenge them when required to ensure that the suppliers deliver the services which are expected to in terms of spares supply
- Work closely with Engineering on the definition of Bill of Materials (BoM) and its validation
- Define the replenishment strategy to ensure it is aligned with the availability target and the budget constraints
- Expedite outstanding materials and parts requirement shortages (restrictions, derogations)
- Identify and mitigate against any risks that may impact levels of service delivered by Production
- Work with the Partners depots (inc. Le Landy and Forest) to ensure that: i. the materials, parts and tools requirements are covered, ii. the inventory is accurate
- Drive to improvesuppliers performance by overseeing material processes (Forecast, replenishment, expediting) and attending contact management meeting (SRM process)
- Assist the relevant stakeholders in the management of the non-conformity raised
- Support the Contract Managers for any spare supply service issue
- Deliver high level of forecast accuracy to drive availability, high levels of service and reduce stock holding requirements
- Ensure that all material management KPIs / dashboard are up-to-date on a daily basis
- Develop and deliver a vision and strategy for efficiency improvements gaining buy-in from the broader TMI team
- Manage the Materials team staff to drive engagement, high levels of performance and low levels of absenteeism
- Set up a succession plan with appropriate transfer of knowledge
- Establish forward financial budgets based on the forecast of parts usage and deliver against financial plan
- Deliver the monthly financial reports associated to the inventory
- Responsible for the preparation and delivery of the relevant audits (financial, risk management, etc )
- Monitor (inc. adherence of the relevant stakeholders), improve and update Eurostar Material Management processes and procedures
- Up skill team and embed a culture of continuous improvement
- Act responsibly in all areas of Eurostar Group, taking ownership to understand and follow the companies processes and polices
- Ensure that the staff maintain a safe working culture and environment by briefing, inspecting, monitoring and auditing activities.

**You'll need...**

A strong experience in:

- Supply Chain Planning and Forecasting experience
- An Operational Supplier Management experience
- Senior Stakeholder Management
- People management
- An advanced level in French and English
- Knowledge of Dutch is an advantage

**Benefits**
- Travel benefits for work and play
- Exclusive discounts and perks

**If you feel like your skills and experience are relevant for the role, please don't hesitate to apply