Executive Director, Supply Chain – Iberia

North Search Talent Powerhouse; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

North Search is supporting an international consumer goods client seeking an Operations Director to head the Supply Chain in Spain and Portugal. The role blends strategic vision with hands-on leadership for planning, logistics and customer service across ~100 staff.

You will lead S&OP processes, manage inventory and supplier relations, and drive efficiency through digital tools while ensuring regulatory compliance and top-tier service.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering, Business Administration or Logistics.
• Master’s in Operations or Supply Chain is desirable.
• 8–10 years in demand planning, logistics or supply chain with 3–5 years leading teams.
• Experience in a product company with B2B sales, multi-country environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly S&OP with Sales, Marketing and Finance.
• Oversee demand planning, stock levels and obsolescence risks.
• Manage warehousing, distribution and carrier relationships in Spain and Portugal.
• Ensure on-time delivery, service levels and cost control.
• Lead customer service, order processing and returns.
• Drive tools adoption and data accuracy across ERP/CRM systems.

Skills

Spanish language

English language

Team leadership

Demand planning

Education

University degree in Engineering / Business / Logistics

Master's in Operations or Supply Chain desirable

Tools

ERP systems

Warehouse management systems

Data analysis & dashboards

Job description

North Search is supporting an international consumer goods client seeking an Operations Director to head the Supply Chain in Spain and Portugal. The role blends strategic vision with hands-on leadership for planning, logistics and customer service across ~100 staff.

You will lead S&OP processes, manage inventory and supplier relations, and drive efficiency through digital tools while ensuring regulatory compliance and top-tier service.