Medior Supply Chain Transformation Leader

We are looking for an experienced Project Lead – Supply Chain Transformation to drive complex transformation projects from initial needs assessment through to implementation and the achievement of measurable business outcomes. The successful candidate will work closely with business stakeholders, internal clients and multidisciplinary teams to understand operational challenges, define target solutions and ensure their effective implementation. This role requires strong project management capabilities, a strategic mindset and the ability to navigate complex organisational environments. You will join a team of Project Leads reporting to a Program Manager, contributing to large-scale transformation initiatives across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead one or several transformation projects end-to-end, from defining business needs to implementing solutions and achieving expected outcomes.
• Understand business and operational challenges by working closely with internal clients, end users and stakeholders to identify their needs, constraints and expectations.
• Assess the current state, define the target operating model in collaboration with relevant stakeholders and develop realistic transition plans.
• Structure, coordinate and mobilise multidisciplinary teams of business experts, encouraging collaboration across organisational departments.
• Quickly understand complex business environments and deliver value from the early stages of an assignment.
• Organise, prepare and facilitate workshops, working sessions and governance meetings to develop practical solutions and support decision-making.
• Manage day-to-day project activities, monitor progress, coordinate stakeholder contributions and ensure delivery against agreed objectives.
• Identify risks, obstacles and dependencies, recommend appropriate mitigation actions and monitor their implementation.
• Prepare structured, evidence-based recommendations for project sponsors, business owners and governance bodies.
• Support the implementation of selected solutions and facilitate change adoption across the organisation.
• Ensure clear, structured and effective communication with stakeholders at all organisational levels.
• Monitor project outcomes against defined KPIs and contribute to continuous improvement and transformation practices.
• Work as part of a team of Project Leads under the guidance of a Program Manager. Education and Experience
• Master's degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Proven track record in strategic, operational or organisational transformation projects.
• Demonstrated experience delivering large-scale Supply Chain transformation programmes.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams of business experts.
• Previous experience working in large organisations (1,000+ employees) with complex stakeholder structures and formal governance processes.
• Experience in complex operational, technical or industrial environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Project Management & Business Skills
• Strong understanding of project management principles, including planning, risk management, progress monitoring and governance.
• Ability to structure complex challenges, analyse ambiguous situations and translate strategic objectives into actionable plans.
• Experience in change management within transformation programmes.
• Proven ability to develop structured recommendations and support decision-making at steering committee level.
• Experience implementing solutions and monitoring results through to their successful integration into daily operations.
• Familiarity with different project management methodologies and the ability to adapt the approach to the project context.
• Knowledge of Lean, Agile and continuous improvement principles.
• PMP, PRINCE2 or an equivalent project management certification is an asset. Personal Competencies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively across different business functions, teams and management levels.
• Strong organisational skills and a hands-on approach to project delivery.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new environments and become operational within the first weeks of an assignment.
• Proactive, results-oriented and comfortable working in complex transformation contexts. Languages Fluent Dutch and French, both spoken and written, are mandatory.