Global Internal Auditor - SME Procurement, Supply Chain, and Inventory

The Role:

The Global Internal Auditor and SME Procurement, Supply Chain & Inventory serves as the Internal Audit subject matter expert for procurement, strategic sourcing, inventory management, logistics, warehousing, transportation, supply chain operations, and supplier management.
The role is responsible for leading and executing audits across ICL's global businesses and identifying opportunities to improve control effectiveness, operational efficiency, risk management, working capital performance, and compliance.

The Responsibilities:

• Perform audits in an efficient, effective way, and in line with industry standards.
• Conduct audits independently or in collaboration with the Internal Audit team, depending on the nature and requirements of the assignment.
• Perform internal audits efficiently and effectively in accordance with International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards).
• Lead risk assessments and audit planning activities within procurement, supply chain and inventory management domains.
• Execute operational, compliance, financial, fraud-related and full-scope audits. Lead audits of operational technologies, including enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and automation tools, to ensure robust controls and processes.
• Report on audit findings and recommendations to senior leadership, ensuring transparency and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Remain current with industry best practices, regulations, and emerging trends, to ensure the company’s Supply Chain & Procurement audit practices remain cutting-edge.

The Requirements:

• Deep understanding of Supply Chain & Procurement strategic sourcing and category management processes.
• Strong knowledge of indirect procurement strategies and supplier management.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, warehousing and logistics operations.
• Expertise in end-to-end supply chain processes and controls.
• Experience with land transportation, maritime logistics and global supply chain networks.
• Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
• Experience auditing ERP-enabled business processes.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management and process optimization.
• Experience performing global site audits and physical inventory observations.
• Willingness to travel globally as required by the audit plan.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, guide and collaborate effectively with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly present audit findings and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for identifying risks and inefficiencies within complex operational processes.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in internal audit combined with relevant experience in operational activity, preferably in Supply Chain & Procurement, in a relevant industry, such as chemicals, mining, industrial, production or supply chain OR
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain & Procurement areas in a relevant industry, such as chemicals, mining, industrial, production or supply chain.
• Knowledge in auditing with IT is an advantage. 
• Strong Risk Management Know-How.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Finance, Engineering or another relevant field is required.
• A relevant master’s degree, such as an MBA, MSc in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline, is an advantage.
• A relevant professional certification is strongly preferred, such as CIA, CSCP, CPIM, CPSM, CIPS, CFE, or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Fluent in English with strong skills in writing, speaking, and presenting reports.
• Additional languages are an advantage.

What do we offer:

• Stable employment in a well-established global company
• Competitive salary aligned with your experience
• Private medical care and health insurance
• Benefit card
• Hybrid working model (4 days office / 1 day remote)
• A collaborative and supportive work environment

As this role requires regular communication in English, we kindly request that all applications (CVs and supporting documents) be submitted in English.