Director/ Head of Operations - FMCG Start Up

Page Personnel; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic FMCG startup in London seeks a Director/Head of Operations to lead supply chain initiatives and vendor management. The role involves overseeing supplier consolidation, ensuring operational efficiency, and taking ownership of quality management systems. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a track record in change management, with a salary of c.£80,000 - £100,000 plus benefits. Flexible hybrid work options are available.

Benefits

Equity and package

Flexible working, 2-3 days on site

Culture of transparency and curiosity

Qualifications

• Proven ability to drive change and manage complex projects effectively.
• Strong relationship management skills, aligning teams and partners.
• Experience in machine/process validation and supplier vetting.

Responsibilities

• Lead RFQs, sourcing, and vetting of suppliers.
• Manage contract manufacturers ensuring operational efficiency.
• Oversee supplier consolidation to stabilize supply chain.
• Run machine acceptance and coordinate upgrades with engineering.
• Take ownership of the Quality Management System.

Skills

Leadership skills

Change management

Relationship management

Procurement experience

Solution-focused mindset

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

25.08.2025

Expiry Date:

09.10.2025

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Job Description:

• Exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, innovative FMCG business!
• End to end Supply Chain experience and strong leadership skills required.

About Our Client

Our client is a start-up business redefining sustainability in personal care. With strong traction from UK high street giants and global interest brewing, they are now scaling from innovation into full commercialisation.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead RFQs, sourcing, and vetting of initial suppliers to establish a reliable supply base.
• Manage contract manufacturers across the UK and Europe, ensuring operational efficiency and quality.
• Oversee supplier consolidation to streamline and stabilise the supply chain as the company grows.
• Run machine acceptance, validation, and coordinate ongoing upgrades in partnership with engineering teams.
• Take interim ownership of the Quality Management System (QMS) and ensure compliance with supplier approvals and purchasing specifications.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, commercial, and technical teams to align operations with product development and business goals.
• Facilitate smooth cross-functional communication and support successful retail and international product launches.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate would have:

• Proven ability to drive change and manage complex projects effectively.
• Strong people and relationship management skills, aligning teams and partners toward common goals.
• Solution-focused with a a continuous improvement mindset, comfortable navigating ambiguity and change.
• Experience in machine/process validation, procurement, and supplier vetting.
• Familiarity with quality systems and technical operations; QMS or supplier approval experience is a plus.
• Collaborative, open-minded approach that encourages discussion and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe to support suppliers and manufacturers.

What's on Offer

On offer to the candidate:

• c.£80,000 - £100,000 (experience dependent) per annum plus equity and package
• Flexible hybrid working, 2-3 day pw on site
• A culture that values transparency, curiosity, and ownership