Global Head of Supply Chain

Michael Page; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global organization in the FMCG sector is seeking a Global Head of Supply Chain to optimize supply chain operations and oversee procurement strategies. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in managing suppliers, strong analytical skills, and a passion for team development. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible hybrid work options, and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible and hybrid working scheme

Pension

Additional birthday day

Duvet day

Additional CSR leave

Perks and discounts

Employee assistance program

Development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience leading an end-to-end supply chain, preferably with S&OP processes.
• Experience working with Asian-based suppliers is essential.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of all Product Development activities.
• Oversee Business Planning and Purchasing functions.
• Liaise with supply partners to achieve OTIF delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Team development

Education

Degree in a business-related field

Job description

The Global Head of Supply Chain will oversee and optimize the end-to-end supply chain operations within the organization, ensuring efficiency and alignment with business goals. This role requires strategic leadership to drive procurement and supply chain excellence on a global scale.

Client Details

This role is with a well-established, global organization within the FMCG sector. The company is a market leader, with a mission to continue growing its position through uncompromising quality, innovative design, and inspiring, award-winning products.

Description

• Manage the delivery of all Product Development activities, ensuring all new products meet quality expectations and support sales and marketing plans.
• Oversee the Business Planning and Purchasing functions, ensuring inventory management supports financial, sales, and marketing objectives.
• Manage third-party supply chain, liaising with supply partners to achieve OTIF (On Time In Full) delivery and deliver cost savings through innovative working methods and effective negotiation.
• Develop collaborative relationships with other key business functions to drive continuous improvement and support both supply chain and operational objectives.

Profile

• An academic degree in a business-related field or equivalent.
• Experience leading an end-to-end supply chain, with a focus on S&OP processes is advantageous.
• Experience working with Asian-based suppliers is essential.
• An analytical and structured approach to strategy development and results delivery through data analytics is desirable.
• Understanding of product compliance certification in consumer products would be beneficial.
• Ability to analyze, summarize, and present data to senior stakeholders.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• A passion for people and team development.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple tasks.
• A self-starter who is motivated, confident, and innovative.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary
• Flexible and hybrid working scheme
• Pension
• Additional birthday day
• Duvet day
• Additional CSR leave
• Perks and discounts via our benefits and reward platform
• Employee assistance program
• Development opportunities and personal development plans
• Free onsite parking