Aero Services Supply Chain Team Leader - EMEA (m/f/d)

Aero Services Supply Chain Team Leader - EMEA

As an Aero Services Supply Chain Team Leader - EMEA, you will lead a procurement team including Material Coordinators (operational buyers), Sourcing Coordinators managing chemical tenders and RFQs, and Supply Chain Analysts. You will work with external EMEA suppliers, the global CMS Platform, and local Aero EMEA Supply Chain Teams while managing escalations and direct supplier communications.

You will report to the Aero Services Customer Programs Manager EMEA.

Work model: Hybrid (3 office days/week)

Location: Curie-Skłodowskiej 12, Wrocław (Nobilis Business House)

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide coaching, performance management, and professional development for team members.
2. Develop and implement procurement procedures.
3. Manage the EMEA Material Coordinator team in their daily operational buying activities.
4. Handle complex procurement escalations and serve as primary supplier contact for critical issues.
5. Lead risk assessment and mitigation strategies for supply chain disruptions and supplier-related risks.
6. Manage Sourcing Coordinator responsible for chemical tender processes and RFQ management.
7. Conduct direct negotiations with suppliers on pricing, terms, and service agreements if needed.
8. Support to manage inventory levels to ensure top stock availability.
9. Oversee analysis and review of supplier lead times to improve procurement planning.
10. Review supply chain KPIs including fill rates, on-time delivery, and inventory accuracy tracked by analysts.

Qualifications

• Min. BSc degree (in Supply chain or Chemistry) or any other field of studies combined with supply chain certifications
• 3 - 5 years of hands-on experience in procurement (aerospace or chemistry would be a preference)
• Min. 2 years of experience in a leadership position
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• ERP system knowledge (Oracle, QAD or SAP)
• Fluent English required, fluent Polish preferable – French or German would be a merit
• Experience working with suppliers and customers across countries and different cultures

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.