Global Supply Chain Manager - Graphics

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers to make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils!

We are now looking for a Supply Chain Manager, UPM Graphics to join our Operations Team.

Your key responsibilities:

• Lead the full S&OP process including demand review, supply review and regional S&OPs. Ensure clear cadence, documented actions and strong cross-functional alignment.
• Consolidate input from Sales, Marketing, Operations, Customer Service, Procurement and Finance to build one shared plan.
• Create accurate forecasts using historical data, customer insights and commercial input. Monitor forecast accuracy and drive improvement actions.
• Build mid-term and long-term supply plans that support demand and reflect network capability. Ensure appropriate stock levels across coating, converting and warehouse locations.
• Monitor service, supply and stock measures and act when performance moves away from expected levels.
• Maintain capacity models for both sites and ensure coating and converting teams understand expected load. Identify constraints and work with Operations to improve throughput, utilization and overall network effectiveness.
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics providers to ensure reliable, cost-effective and efficient delivery performance across the business.
• Develop strong partnerships with transport and logistics providers, monitor service, cost and sustainability performance, and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure all planning work reflects that Intercoat, Metamark and Grafityp operate as one graphics business.
• Define inventory strategies across global markets, ensuring stock policies are tailored to local customer requirements, service expectations, lead times and supply chain risks.
• Optimize inventory levels to balance working capital, availability and customer service performance.
• Work with planning teams that use different tools and ensure all plans remain accurate and consistent.
• Maintain a reliable view of demand, supply, stock, logistics and capacity across the entire business.

Who you are:

• You bring 10+ years of experience in supply planning or supply chain roles, including exposure to S&OP processes in global and matrix environments.
• You hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Data Science, Statistics & Predictive Analytics, and certifications such as CPIM or similar supply chain credentials are an advantage.
• You have a strong ability to interpret data, identify trends, and apply statistical models for forecasting.
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills to manage consensus across multiple stakeholders and regions.
• You are familiar with demand planning tools, ERP & APS systems, as well as advanced Excel and reporting platforms like Power BI.
• You understand supply chain dynamics, market behaviour, and cost-to-serve principles.
• You are a strong facilitator who can lead cross-functional discussions, challenge constructively, and drive alignment.
• You are able to address capacity and network challenges and adapt plans quickly in changing environments.
• You are fluent in English.

This is what we offer to you:

• A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose "We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.
• A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues.
• Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career.
• Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas.

Additional information about the position: This position is located in Lancaster, United Kingdom or in Houthalen-Helchteren, Belgium. The position holder will report to Director Operations, Supply Chain, Sourcing and Customer Service.

For further information about the role, please contact Stephen Murray, Director Operations, Supply Chain, Sourcing and Customer Service at stephen.murray@upm.com.

How to apply: To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by August 4, 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system.