Supply Chain Manager

IKEA consist of many companies, all operating under one brand. IKEA Industry , part of the Inter IKEA Group , is a world-leading producer of wooden furniture and an integrated part of the IKEA value chain. IKEA Industry has ~15,000 co-workers in more than 30 production units across 18 sites in 7 countries. We have sawmills, board, furniture components and furniture production IKEA Industry Malacky Site is one of the key manufacturing locations within IKEA Industry and plays a vital role in supporting the IKEA vision of creating a better everyday life for many people. Located in western Slovakia, the Malacky Site is a strategically positioned and dynamic production hub with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. The site consists of three core production units : The Board production unit is dedicated to the manufacturing of high-quality, innovative, and sustainable wood-based boards and panels. These boards form the foundation for many IKEA furniture products and are developed with a focus on resource efficiency, durability, and environmental responsibility. The High Gloss furniture production unit specializes in producing high gloss furniture, with a particular emphasis on bathroom solutions. This unit combines advanced surface technology with precise craftsmanship to deliver modern, stylish, and functional furniture that meets the aesthetic and practical needs of today's customers. The MBK Production unit is a state-of-the-art, innovative facility focused on producing one of IKEA's most iconic and beloved products - the BILLY bookcase. Some 11 million pieces of the KOMPLEMENT shelves is expected to reach customers yearly from this unit. This modern factory is designed for high-volume, high-efficiency production while maintaining exceptional quality standards and flexibility to adapt to evolving customer expectations. By fostering innovation, empowering our co-workers, and maintaining close collaboration across the IKEA value chain, the Malacky Site strives to remain a reliable and forward-thinking manufacturing partner that supports IKEA's long-term success in a competitive global market

In your role, you are responsible for leading and setting up supply chain team in both the Boards and Furniture units. Organizing and overseeing supply chain activities is a key aspect of your role, and you provide effective leadership and motivation to our dedicated employees. You maintain regular communication with our customers and suppliers, ensuring smooth collaboration. Coordinating the procurement of primary materials for production is an important aspect of your role, ensuring the right quantity and quality. You also oversee the coordination of demand planning activities to effectively meet customer demands. Preparation of comprehensive documentation and reports for management, including sales evaluation, stock development, and material deliveries, is part of your responsibilities. You actively participate in the implementation of logistic and warehouse systems, ensuring compliance with other standards such as FSC and IWAY. Working closely with the production and quality departments, you ensure customer needs are met. You maintain control over compliance with storage and logistic standards. Active participation in the sales budget preparation process is expected from you. Collaborating with all departments of the company, you actively contribute to introducing new products.