Vention supports some of the most innovative manufacturing companies in automating their production within days through its Manufacturing Automation Platform (MAP). As part of Vention’s EMEA team expansion, this Supply Chain Lead role in Munich reports to the Supply Chain Director and is responsible for executing MRP, inventory, and inbound logistics operations while supporting supplier risk management and cross-functional coordination.
About the Company – Vention Manufacturing Automation
Core Platform: Manufacturing Automation Platform (MAP) — design, automate, order and deploy equipment from a web browser
Global Reach: Headquartered in Canada, expanding its EMEA Supply Chain team from Munich
Innovation Focus: Enables manufacturers to automate production within a matter of days
Team Structure: Reports to the Supply Chain Director, coordinating with Montreal HQ logistics
Culture: Inclusive, collaborative, international environment with active employee resource groups
EMEA Growth & Career Opportunity
Strategic Location: Munich – Anchor for Vention’s growing EMEA Supply Chain operations
Global Collaboration: Direct coordination with the Montreal logistics and NPI teams
Career Growth: Clear development path with responsibility from day one
International Travel: Opportunity to travel, including visits to Vention’s HQ in Canada
Position Overview
This Supply Chain Lead role at Vention involves owning the overall Supply MRP process for EMEA, including daily and mid-term execution. You will review local supplier performance and conduct risk assessments with the Supply Chain Director, follow up on inbound logistics and customs tracking with carriers and the Montreal logistics team, maintain and improve Supply Chain KPIs such as OTD, inventory turns, and fill rate, own inventory health and material availability, and collaborate with Operations on order planning and scheduling.
Why This Role Matters: As Supply Chain Lead at Vention, you own EMEA’s MRP and inventory processes for a fast-growing manufacturing automation company, drive supplier risk management and continuous KPI improvement, collaborate directly with Montreal HQ on NPIs and master data, help ensure on-time parts delivery for automation equipment, and build a career shaping the machines of tomorrow within an inclusive, international team.
Key Responsibilities
MRP & Inventory Ownership
- Own the overall Supply MRP process for EMEA, including daily and mid-term execution
- Own inventory health and material availability across the region
- Identify shortage risks, lead investigations, and drive concrete recommendations
Supplier & Logistics Management
- Review local supplier performance and conduct risk assessments jointly with the Supply Chain Director
- Follow up on inbound logistics and customs tracking with carriers and the Montreal logistics team
- Support risk assessment and mitigation across the inbound supply network
KPI Management & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain, assess, and continuously improve Supply Chain KPIs including OTD, inventory turns, and fill rate
- Translate performance gaps into actionable improvement plans
- Ensure effective engagement and cooperation with internal clients and suppliers
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with the Montreal team on NPIs, end-of-life parts management, and master data updates
- Collaborate with the Operations team on orders planning and scheduling
- Ensure on-time parts delivery and proactively flag risks to relevant teams
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent Supply Chain / Business degree
Experience Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in global procurement or supply chain positions
- Strong analytical and data skills; Excel/Google Sheets required, SQL or data analysis tools a strong plus
Essential Skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams
- Excellent organizational skills with close attention to detail
- Curiosity to learn, a collaborative mindset, and a drive to contribute meaningfully
- APICS or similar certification is an asset
- Fluent English required; German is a plus
About Vention
Vention supports some of the most innovative manufacturing companies in the world, enabling them to automate production within days through its Manufacturing Automation Platform (MAP), which lets customers design, automate, order, and deploy equipment directly from a web browser. As part of its EMEA expansion from Munich, Vention offers competitive compensation with performance-based bonus, 30 days of vacation, flexible working with remote days, a monthly benefits budget, optional pension plan, international travel opportunities including visits to its Canada HQ, and an inclusive, collaborative culture with active employee resource groups.
Career Excellence: Help build the machines of tomorrow as Vention’s EMEA Supply Chain team grows from Munich.
Who Should Apply?
- Supply Chain & Procurement Professionals: With 5+ years in global procurement or MRP-driven roles
- APICS-Certified Candidates: Seeking a hands-on EMEA supply chain leadership role
- Data-Driven Analysts: Comfortable with Excel/Google Sheets and ideally SQL
- Logistics & Inventory Specialists: Experienced in inbound logistics, customs, and inventory health
- Manufacturing & Automation Enthusiasts: Excited to support a growing industrial automation platform
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