Head of Supply Chain

Genius Sports; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports technology company in the UK is seeking a Head of Supply Chain to manage global operations, including sourcing and logistics. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in supply chain management and strong leadership skills. This role involves optimizing shipping strategies, ensuring compliance, and working collaboratively with other teams. Competitive salary and hybrid work opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in supply chain management.
• 3+ years in a management/leadership role within supply chain management.
• Experience with global supply chain logistics.

Responsibilities

• Optimize the supply chain and reduce shipping costs.
• Forecast stock levels with commercial and finance teams.
• Ensure timely delivery of all equipment.

Skills

Supply chain management experience

Leadership capabilities

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Pressure handling

Job description

Overview

As Head of Supply Chain, you will be responsible for the end to end global supply chain operations, including sourcing, manufacturing, provisioning and global logistics and delivery at Genius Sports. Genius Sports provides hardware and equipment into sports stadiums, including Football, Basketball & American Football, that help collect advanced AI data. You will be contributing to the expansion of our operations across the world. You will play a key role in making sure the supply chain is set up in the most efficient way helping to optimise shipping routes. You will also work to make sure any legal & regulatory compliance are met, ensuring equipment is sourced, manufactured and provisioned, and delivered into countries worldwide on time for installation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a plan which optimizes the supply chain and reduces shipping costs.
• Work closely with commercial, finance and operations to effectively forecast stock levels.
• Make sure all equipment reaches locations on time.
• Prepare and submit all documentation necessary for customs clearance - including packing lists, customs declarations and invoicing where necessary.
• Understanding regulatory requirements throughout the entire supply chain process.
• Manage the manufacturing and provisioning teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5 + years in supply chain management
• 3+ years in a management/leadership role within supply chain management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to deal with challenges and be efficient under pressure
• Experience and knowledge of sending and receiving shipments, including knowledge about customs into various countries
• Extensive experience on overseeing global supply chain, including distribution into a range of countries
• Highly analytical mindset
• Strong leadership capabilities
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Benefits & Culture

We enjoy an 'office-first' culture and maximize opportunities to collaborate, connect and learn together. Our hybrid working models differ depending on your role and location. By bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available, Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalised than ever before. As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits, we're committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills, experience and career. Learn more at geniussports.com. Learn more about how rewarding life at Genius can be at Reward | Genius Sports.

One team, being brave, driving change. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and the ability to make a difference. Let us know when you apply if you need any assistance during the recruiting process due to a disability.

Learn more about our values and culture at Culture | Genius.