Siemens Energy

How to contribute to our vision

This Head of Network Management role is established within LSS Order Management to support a significant production ramp-up. The position is critical for ensuring end-to-end internal coordination of component supply across a global network of Siemens Energy locations and business areas, in order to maintain delivery reliability and protect business margins. To address this, the role will focus on three core areas: strategic network management to align supply chain capacity with long-term goals, operational leadership to steer material flows and ensure stable execution, and cross-functional process optimization to enable faster decision-making. Given the focus on these areas, the ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in supply chain planning within a complex industrial environment, strong leadership skills to manage a team of professionals, and a proven ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives across various business functions.

What You Need To Make a Difference

• 40% Strategic Supply Network Management
  • Develop and implement long-term supply chain strategies to address capacity constraints and production location decisions in alignment with business goals.
  • Monitor key Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) performance indicators and cost-to-serve data to identify strategic improvement opportunities.
  • Lead the coordination for new product launches and major projects, ensuring the supply network is prepared for changes in demand.
  • Establish proactive steering mechanisms for material flows to safeguard customer commitments and business performance at scale.
• 40% Operational Leadership and Execution
  • Manage a team of experienced supply chain professionals, providing direction, setting priorities, and fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
  • Oversee the end-to-end internal coordination of component supply to ensure on-time delivery and stable execution during the load ramp-up.
  • Coordinate internal network component load and capacity demand across multiple Siemens Energy locations (e.g., BUD, ERF, FPY, NCL) and business areas.
  • Act as the primary point of escalation for difficult and complex supply chain issues, driving rapid and effective resolution.
  • Ensure the team effectively utilizes planning systems (e.g., SAP) for material requirements planning, inventory control, and production planning.
• 20% Cross-Functional Collaboration and Process Improvement
  • Influence policies, practices, and procedures in adjacent functions such as procurement, manufacturing, and engineering to improve overall supply chain effectiveness.
  • Lead cross-functional work teams to design and implement process improvements that enable faster decision-making and more reliable material flow.
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives, applying methodologies like Lean to enhance efficiency and reduce waste within the supply chain.

Certifications

• APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in supply chain planning and operations, preferably within a complex industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in a management role, leading teams of experienced professionals and influencing cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills

• Supply Chain Strategy & Planning
  • Supply Chain Acumen
  • Demand Planning
  • Capacity Planning
  • Sales Inventory And Operations Planning
  • Material Requirements Planning
• Operational & Process Management
  • Inventory Control
  • Process Improvement
  • Continuous Improvement Process
  • SAP Applications
• Leadership & Behavioral
  • Influencing Skills
  • Collaboration
  • Negotiation
  • Accountability
• Cognitive
  • Analytical Skills
  • Critical Thinking