Group VP, Group Supply Chain

Are you passionate about building resilient, future-ready supply chains? Do you want to lead bold, strategic change that enables smarter water management and sustainable growth across Grundfos?

Make your mark—join us as Vice President, Group Supply Chain, and help shape a more sustainable future.

What Is The Job About?

This is a strategic leadership role at the heart of Grundfos’ global operations. As VP, Group Supply Chain, you will lead the global Supply Chain organization with a leadership team of 6 direct reports across five key domains:

• Global Planning – Overseeing short-, mid-, and long-term planning horizons.
• Supply Chain Execution –Directing order-to-cash and inventory performance.
• Vendor Planning – Ensuring supplier reliability and material availability.
• Global Logistics – Leading warehousing and transportation.
• Global Supply Chain Network – Designing global resilient supply chains  

You will be responsible for driving transformation, resilience and competitive service levels across our end-to-end supply chain—from suppliers to customers—while enabling scalable growth and supporting our sustainability agenda.

The position reports directly to the EVP & Chief Operating Officer and is a member of the COO Leadership Team. Regular presence is required in our Bjerringbro office, Denmark.

Key Tasks And Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy global supply chain strategies and network design aligned with divisional and manufacturing goals.
• Lead supply chain transformation programs focused on digitalization, AI, automation, and process excellence.
• Ensure end-to-end visibility and transparency across vendors, manufacturing, inventory, logistics, and distribution.
• Lead the global SIOP process to balance demand, supply and inventory
• Drive global logistics excellence, including freight, packaging, warehousing, and global trade compliance processes.
• Foster strong cross-functional collaboration and relationships with functional leaders, and business owners.
• Foster a culture of ownership, customer centricity  and continuous improvement.
• Build a global and high-performance supply chain organization with future-ready capabilities and talent. 

Your Background

• 15+ years of experience in global supply chain leadership within industrial manufacturing.
• Proven success in leading global transformation initiatives and delivering operational excellence.
• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Solid international operations leadership experience, ideally with exposure to US and Asia.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain planning principles, ERP systems, and supply chain technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams and create impact through cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience working in complex, matrix, multinational organizations.
• Strong business acumen, analytical horsepower, and strategic thinking.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across all levels and geographies.
• High level of integrity and alignment with Grundfos values.
• English fluency is required

What Can We Give You?

At Grundfos, we offer more than just a job—we offer a purpose. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global company that is committed to:

• Sustainability: We are pioneers in water technology, working to solve the world’s most pressing water and climate challenges.
• Innovation: You’ll work with cutting-edge digital tools and technologies in a company that invests in transformation.
• People-first culture: We care deeply about employee well-being, inclusion, and development and we welcome diverse perspectives and minds.
• Global impact: You’ll lead a truly global team and shape supply chain operations that span continents.
• Career growth: We offer structured development, leadership programs, and opportunities to grow across functions and geographies.
• Volunteering policy: We offer an opportunity for three days of paid volunteering work to help improve the quality of life of people. 

Do you want to learn more?

If you have questions or would like to know more about this position, please contact Senior HR Director, Thomas Schou Hoej at +45 60429616 or email: tschouhoej@grundfos.com