Job Description

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day.

And we need people like you to make it happen.

We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.

Job Summary

Are you an experienced people leader with a passion for combining strategic thinking, supplier collaboration, and operational excellence to strengthen supply performance and customer value?

We are looking for a Supply Optimisation Manager to join our Planning & Quality team within Services Supply Network (SSN).

In this role, you will lead a team of six specialists in supply optimisation and supplier development. Together, you will drive improvements in supplier performance, planning capabilities, and lead times across our global distribution network, helping to build a resilient and efficient supply network that supports future growth and delivers reliable availability of parts to customers worldwide.

The position is based in Lund, Sweden.

What you will do

As Supply Optimisation Manager, you will be part of the Planning & Quality Leadership Team and play a key role in shaping the future of our Services Supply Network. Together with your team and key stakeholders, you will focus on improving parts availability, developing efficient ways of working, and building strong supplier partnerships to create a responsive and reliable supply network.

Your key responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of six supply network specialists, fostering engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning
• Drive improvements of supply planning processes to strengthen availability, performance, and customer satisfaction
• Partner closely with Supplier Management, Operational Purchasing, and other key stakeholders to strengthen supplier performance and planning maturity
• Translate strategic opportunities into sustainable operational improvements and measurable business results
• Drive automation, digitalisation, and process excellence across planning and supplier performance management
• Own team performance, budget, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribute actively to the Planning & Quality Leadership Team and our ambition to deliver superior customer experience

We believe you have

You are a confident leader who enjoys developing people, building strong collaboration, and improving performance. You are comfortable navigating both strategic discussions and operational challenges and can successfully engage stakeholders across functions, cultures, and organizational levels.

With a strong continuous improvement mindset, you combine analytical thinking with a pragmatic approach, enabling you to turn opportunities into tangible results.

We believe you bring:

• Several years of successful people leadership experience
• Experience within Supply Chain Planning, Supply Optimisation, or a related field
• Strong analytical capability and a data-driven approach to decision-making
• Experience with digital tools and technologies such as Power BI, automation solutions
• The ability to lead change, challenge established ways of working, and deliver sustainable improvements
• Experience with WCM methodologies and tools is an advantage
• A university degree, or equivalent relevant experience
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Willingness to travel approximately 2–4 times per year

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

Apply Now

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/.

This job posting expires on 22nd of October 2026

To know more about the position contact Sara Böris at +46 46 361504

Questions about your application contact Hanna Edström at +46 46 365880

For trade union information contact Unionen/Lisbeth Larsson at +46 46 36 2320 or Akademikerklubben/Lars Haraldsson at +46 46 36 2533

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.