Head of Supply Chain

RBW Consulting; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Interim Head of Supply Chain to oversee end-to-end supply chain operations in a dynamic GMP setting. This senior role involves defining strategy, driving change, and ensuring optimal delivery across various processes, including planning and logistics. The candidate must have extensive experience in supply chain management within a regulated environment, along with proven leadership skills. The contract duration is expected to be six months, starting ideally within one month.

Qualifications

• Must have extensive supply chain experience in a GMP manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership capabilities in managing supply chain operations.
• Strong financial accountability and budgeting skills are essential.
• Exceptional skills in managing stakeholder and customer relationships.
• A history of driving improvements within teams and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end‑to‑end supply chain operations.
• Define strategy and drive positive change.
• Ensure excellence in planning, procurement, and logistics.

Skills

Extensive supply chain experience in a GMP manufacturing environment

Proven leadership of end‑to‑end supply chain operations

Strong commercial and budgetary awareness

Exceptional stakeholder and customer management skills

A track record of driving improvement and cultural change

Job description

We’re seeking an Interim Head of Supply Chain to take full ownership of end‑to‑end supply chain operations within a fast‑paced contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) environment that is undergoing significant positive investment and expansion.

This is a senior, hands‑on leadership role where you’ll define strategy, drive positive change, and ensure flawless delivery across planning, procurement, materials management, warehousing, and logistics — all within a GMP‑regulated setting.

You’ll balance customer delivery, quality, and budget, while building a high‑performance culture that consistently delivers.

This need requires availability within one month max (ideally sooner) and will start as a 6 month contract.

What you’ll bring:

• Extensive supply chain experience in a GMP manufacturing environment – ideally pharmaceutical, food or supplements/healthcare.
• Proven leadership of end‑to‑end supply chain operations, including warehouse and materials control
• Strong commercial and budgetary awareness
• Exceptional stakeholder and customer management skills
• A track record of driving improvement and cultural change

For further details, please contact Mark Bux‑Ryan.