Head of Supply Chain and Quality

4C Executive Search; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector seeks a Head of Supply Chain and Quality to manage their entire supply chain process. This role involves strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and compliance oversight. Ideal candidates will possess significant experience in supply chain management, particularly within consumer goods, and have a strong track record in quality control and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in senior supply chain management.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing and compliance regulations.
• Proven leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end supply chain process.
• Manage supplier relationships and sourcing strategies.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

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Head of Supply Chain and Quality.

Published on: 23 May 2025

Type

Type Permanent

Industry Retail

Location

Location Manchester, United Kingdom

Description

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Head of Supply Chain & Quality Control will be responsible for overseeing and managing the end-to-end supply chain process, ensuring that products are sourced efficiently, delivered in full, on time and compliant with industry regulations.

The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the company’s sourcing strategies, managing relationships with suppliers, and continuously improving the organisation’s supply chain operations to meet customer expectations and business objectives.

The role holder will have strong communication skills and robust commercial acumen, as well as:

• Significant experience in a senior supply chain management position, ideally within the textile, homewares, or similar consumer goods industries.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing and compliance regulations within the UK and international markets coupled with a proven experience of managing and dealing with quality control.
• Familiarity with sustainability initiatives and ethical sourcing practices.
• Excellent negotiation, supplier management, and communication skills.
• Track record of managing complex supply chains, ensuring on-time and in-full deliveries.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to lead and develop a team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a long history within their sector and be part of the next chapter of a remarkably successful story. If you believe you have the skills and drive to succeed in this role, we welcome your application. Alternatively, feel free to contact 4C for a confidential conversation.

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