Global MRO Business Process Owner

Albemarle•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Global MRO Process Owner (“GMPO”) defines, governs, and continuously improves global Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) storeroom processes across Albemarle’s manufacturing network. This role provides enterprise‑level ownership of MRO process design, standardization, optimization, and adoption across regions, functions, and business units. The GMPO establishes and enforces global policies, procedures, system standards, and controls to ensure consistent execution, regulatory compliance, and alignment with Albemarle’s operating model and the Albemarle Way of Excellence. As the business owner for SAP S/4 MRO inventory and planning processes, the GMPO partners closely with Maintenance, Supply Chain, IT, and global stakeholders to drive governance, change management, analytics, and continuous improvement. While sites retain day‑to‑day execution responsibility, this role ensures clarity, consistency, and performance at scale.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Materials Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience in discipline.
Minimum 8 years of experience in supply chain planning, inventory management, or MRO operations.
Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems; SAP S/4HANA preferred.
Demonstrated expertise in storeroom management, inventory planning, and master data governance.
Proven experience leading cross‑functional, global process improvement initiatives.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent supply chain certification.
Experience implementing barcoding or automated inventory solutions.
Manufacturing or plant‑based MRO experience.
Experience supporting global supply chain platforms.
Prior people leadership or indirect team leadership experience.
Six Sigma or continuous improvement certification.
Experience with Lean or 5S methodologies.
Bilingual capabilities.

Responsibilities

Set global standards and provide governance for MRO storeroom operations, with sites retaining day‑to‑day management and execution.
Establish and enforce global policies, procedures, controls, and SAP system standards.
Lead global MRO aspects of Manufacturing Excellence Management Systems process improvements and adoption through governance, change management, and cross‑functional engagement.
Monitor performance through defined KPIs, supported by governance scorecards, audits, training, and ongoing engagement with site leaders and superusers.
Partner with Procurement and site teams to align MRO sourcing and supply strategies.
Define and govern global MRO inventory strategies that balance material availability, operational reliability, and working capital.
Govern inventory planning, replenishment, lifecycle management, and spare parts sharing to reduce excess and improve utilization.
Serve as the primary business liaison to Master Data Governance, establishing global material master standards and data quality requirements.
Partner with Manufacturing Excellence and IT to shape SAP roadmaps, system enhancements, and MRO technology innovation.
Collaborate with other Global Process Owners to enable end‑to‑end process integration and eliminate cross‑functional inefficiencies.
Represent MRO and inventory processes in governance forums and enterprise decision‑making councils.