Supply Chain & Operations Director

This Supply Chain and Operations Director role is a senior leadership position responsible for the end-to-end global supply chain and operations function for , purchasing, planning, logistics and warehousing across multiple international locations. The successful candidate will lead a multi-site team, drive supply chain strategy and operational excellence, work closely with commercial and finance teams.

Client Details

This business is a global designer, manufacturer and distributor of consumer products, selling through both retailers/distributors and direct-to-consumer channels. With operations across the UK, North America and China, it focuses on developing innovative creative products and tools while managing a global supply chain that supports customers worldwide.

Description

The role of Supply Chain & Operations Director will be responsible for:

Lead the end-to-end supply chain and operations function, ensuring seamless integration across product development, procurement, planning, quality, logistics, and warehousing.
Develop and execute new product introduction strategies, ensuring products are delivered on time, meet quality expectations, and support commercial objectives.
Oversee demand planning, inventory management, and purchasing activities, aligning supply chain performance with financial targets, sales forecasts, and business growth plans.
Drive global product quality and compliance standards, ensuring all products meet regulatory requirements and internal governance expectations across international markets.
Lead warehousing and logistics operations, managing both internal and outsourced service providers to deliver cost-effective, on-time, and in-full customer service performance
Build and maintain strong cross-functional partnerships with finance, sales, marketing, and external supply chain partners to support business objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
Lead, develop, and inspire multi-site international teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, operational excellence, talent development, and continuous improvement.

Profile

A successful Supply Chain & Operations Director should have:

Strong experience in procurement, supply chain, and logistics within the FMCG sector.
Proven ability to develop and execute supply chain strategies.
Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
Knowledge of demand planning and inventory management.
Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
Understanding of health, safety, and regulatory requirements in operations.
Analytical skills to interpret data and drive improvements.Job Offer

Salary ranging from £80,000 to £85,000, dependent on the level of experience.
Bonus scheme.
Private health cover.
Pension contributions.If you're interested in this role, apply now.

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