IT Domain Lead Supply Chain

Purpose of the job

Join AkzoNobel as IT Delivery Domain Lead – Supply Chain. At AkzoNobel, we believe technology should drive transformation. We’re looking for a visionary IT Delivery Domain Lead – Supply Chain to connect business ambition with technical innovation. If you thrive in complex environments, love building high-performing teams, and have a passion for driving real impact—read on.

What You’ll Be Leading

As our Supply Chain IT Domain Lead, you’ll be at the helm of one of the most critical and dynamic areas in our tech landscape. You will:

• Own the delivery of a cutting-edge project portfolio—on time, in full, and within budget.
• Lead a global team of IT Functional Engineers, Project Managers, and Scrum Masters.
• Champion Agile & DevOps transformation across the domain.
• Ensure operational excellence from end-to-end service delivery to user satisfaction.

Your Responsibilities at a Glance

Application Delivery & Change Management

• Drive project success through strategic planning, risk mitigation, and progress tracking.
• Ensure your team delivers clean, harmonized data and user-friendly systems.
• Prepare the business for change with hypercare and training initiatives.

Financial & Vendor Oversight

• Own the domain’s financial health—budgets, forecasts, actuals, and compliance.
• Lead vendor relationships and contract renewals with a focus on value and optimization.

Team & Culture Building

• Grow and mentor a high-impact team with a modern, agile mindset.
• Foster collaboration across onshore/offshore and internal/external setups.
• Inspire a continuous improvement culture across people, process, and performance.
   

What you bring

• 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain IT, with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Proven track record managing large, complex project portfolios (including budgets > €10M).
• Hands-on experience in Agile/DevOps environments.
• A mix of technical fluency and business acumen.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and people leadership skills.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field.

Why AkzoNobel? 

• A company with strong sustainability goals and a clear innovation agenda. 
• Collaborative, diverse, and forward-thinking culture. 
• Leadership that listens and empowers. 

What we offer

AkzoNobel is consistently rated as one of the top employers in The Netherlands. You will join a company that is committed to achieving real sustainability. At a personal level you will also benefit from:

• Competitive salary
• 15% performance bonus (STI) 
• 30 holidays
• 8% vacation allowance 
• Travel expenses to and from work with the possibility of a company car. 
• Hybrid work option (3 days office, 2 days home office, per week)
• Training opportunities that will help you grow beyond this position;

We welcome your online application via https://www.akzonobel.com/en/careers. Only online applications including resume and a cover letter will be considered. If you have any questions, please contact Nicolas Beslic, Talent Acquisition Partner. Send an email to nicolas.beslic@akzonobel.com, #LI-Hybrid #LI-NB1

The recruitment process includes a selection of the best applications received through the system, interview rounds and further steps. An online assessment might be part of the selection process.

An employment screening may be part of the selection process.