Director Supply Chain
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 3, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 3, 2026. GEA scores B on the Alion truth index.
In this leadership role, you will be responsible for driving operational excellence across logistics, shipping, procurement interfaces, and supply chain performance while developing a high-performing team and supporting our global growth ambitions.
Based in Søborg, you will join an organization which is undergoing significant changes, and you will lead the Supply Chain organization and become part of the Procurement & Supply Chain leadership team.
Responsibilities / Tasks
As Director of Supply Chain, you will lead, coach, and develop the supply chain team and drive logistics and shipping from pre-sales to delivery. You will also lead supply chain development and optimization initiatives while supporting global capabilities and ensuring compliance across the function.
Moreover, you will:
- Establish and drive a performance-oriented culture with systematic KPI follow-up and continuous improvement
- Ensure efficient handling of import/export documentation, invoices, letters of credit, and transport claims
- Define and execute supply chain development initiatives aligned with the global supply chain strategy
Your Profile / Qualifications
You are a leader who inspires collaboration and continuous improvement and can translate strategy into operational execution.
Finally, we imagine that you:
- Have several years of experience within supply chain, logistics, and/or shipping in an international environment, including at least 5 years of people leadership
- Possess strong understanding of international transportation, import/export legislation, and supply chain governance
- Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA, SAP, or similar business systems
- Strong financial and commercial understanding
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
Personal profil e
On a personal level, we hope that you:
- Are a strategic thinker with the ability to translate strategy into operational execution
- Have strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Are comfortable working in a complex global matrix organization
- Are a results-oriented leader who inspires collaboration and continuous improvement
- Thrives in an international and multicultural environment
What we offer
At GEA, you will become part of a global technology leader with a strong purpose and a collaborative culture. We offer:
- A key leadership position with significant influence on business performance
- Opportunities to shape and develop future supply chain strategies
- International collaboration across regions and functions
- Professional and personal development opportunities
- A workplace focused on innovation, sustainability, and employee growth
Would you like to know more?
If you would like to find out more about this position before submitting your application, please do not hesitate to contact Senior Director Procurement & Supply Chain, Lars Holm-Pedersen, on phone +45 28342708 or by email [email protected].
Please apply via the indicated link. Please note that GEA exclusively uses electronic recruiting, and only applications received though our application system will be considered.
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