AddressDIRECTOR, INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTION
The Director, International Distribution and Logistics is responsible for defining and executing the distribution strategy across International for BRP Units and PA&A (Parts Accessories and Apparel). S/he will be working closely with multiple stakeholders, internal customers, external providers and regional leaders. S/he oversees the development and delivery of operational excellence to our customers across the region in line with the Supply Chain strategy.
YOU’LL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
Support the growth plan and Customer value proposition
● Ensure leadership for the International Distribution Operations in collaboration with our 3PL Partners
● Improve and deliver on our customer service promise in line with BRP brand positioning in an evolving and competitive landscape
● Establish a network of value-added external partners to bring new concepts into the business
● Maintain a strong connection with the commercial leadership team to anticipate future business needs and define optimal solution set
● Develop a capacity requirement to support sales growth plan
● Optimize regional warehouse footprint worldwide with a proper hub and spoke strategy including our manufacturing inventory
● Adapt our operation practices to new growth levers like B2C and vehicle customization
● Continuously optimize key processes, systems & organizational elements
Distribution Cost and Working Capital Optimization including freight inbound and outbound budget
● Partner with BRP’s 3 party logistics partners to optimize warehouse efficiencies, both cost and service
● Optimize the inventory and space requirements by collaborating and influencing stakeholders on forecasting, eliminating excess stock and reducing lead-times while maintaining proper customer service level working in close collaboration with S&OP teams both on units and PA&A
● Identify and implement inbound and outbound freight cost optimization opportunities in collaboration with the global team
● Promote a continuous improvement mindset to support the lean pillar of BRP mission
● Stay connected with industry trends in supply chain
Ensure efficient performance monitoring and promote best practices worldwide
● Manage the budget/forecasts process and implement cost mitigation strategies when needed of all distribution and logistics aspects including warehouse, freight in and out budget
● Define standard KPIs across all regions and sites including Service Level Agreement with 3PL
● Establish an international governance mechanism connecting all operations leaders worldwide
● Monitor 3PL performance against contractual requirements and make proper adjustments where required in a cost plus model
● Lead and organize BRP Supply Chain Forum to ensure alignment and exchange on best practices worldwide
● Define and implement the new organizational structure of the future
YOU'LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:
· Bachelor’s in business administration, Logistic & Distribution, MBA or Engineering
· Minimum of 12 years of experience in logistics and distribution management in similar industries (automotive, consumer goods, service parts, etc.): high number of SKUs and lines output, multi customer channels, global footprint
· Ability to lead significant supply chain optimization projects and associated system implementation
· Strong experience working in a third-party logistic model worldwide
· Good knowledge of SAP environment and any other well-known supply chain operations systems
· Fluent in English. French will be an asset but not a limitation
· Ability to manage international teams across multiple times zones
· Viewed as a strong & passionate leader with a focus on people, organizational development, relationship building and change management
· Organized and analytical, focused on process improvement and maximizing systems capabilities
· Recognized ability to solve problems and make decisions, as well as think laterally and offer creative solutions in a matrix organization with various stakeholders
THE ROAD SHOULD BELONG TO EVERYONE.
We still live in a world where many feel the road is for other people. We believe we can make a difference. Moving people goes beyond making innovative products. We strive to nurture our people’s aspirations, to exceed our riders’ expectations and stand in solidarity with all the communities that ride with us. Building a more inclusive BRP with no barriers for those who seek to ride starts from within, and we need everyone's commitment, drive and dedication to make it a reality.
WELCOME TO BRP
We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 20,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination; It’s about the journey.
The position is based in Ghent, Belgium. Global travel is required
This position is eligible to the BRP Employee Referral Program.
