Supply Chain Director

Pod Talent; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage sector is seeking a Supply Chain Director to join their senior leadership team. This role involves shaping and leading the supply chain strategy, managing supplier relationships, and driving operational improvements. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the industry and a proven ability to deliver cost efficiencies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in food or beverage manufacturing.
• 3+ years in senior leadership roles.
• Proven track record in cost efficiencies and operational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute the operational and supply chain strategy.
• Lead and develop a talented team of supply chain professionals.
• Drive cost optimisation and lead COGS transformation initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Improvement

Cost Efficiency

Supplier Relationship Management

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Location: Greater London, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

Sector: Supply Chain Planning

Job Type: Permanent

Job ref: 112216

Expiry date: 16-Jun-2025

This brand is already a huge success in its category, and with bold plans to become a top 5 player in the UK over the next five years, they’re now looking for a commercially sharp, operationally brilliant and people-focused Supply Chain Director to join the senior leadership team.

Reporting directly to the founder, this newly defined role will take ownership of the supply chain and operations strategy - from supplier partnerships and product development to compliance, innovation and execution.

It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to shape, build and lead in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

About the role:

• Own and execute the operational and supply chain strategy to support the business’ growth plans.
• Lead and develop a talented team of supply chain professionals
• Oversee the product roadmap and manage relationships with key manufacturers and suppliers
• Drive cost optimisation and lead major COGS transformation initiatives
• Set the vision for continuous improvement and innovation across the supply chain
• Work cross-functionally with senior stakeholders to embed best-in-class processes and performance

About you:

• 8+ years’ experience in food or beverage manufacturing, with 3+ years’ operating in senior leadership roles
• Strong background in end-to-end supply chain and operations
• Proven track record delivering cost efficiencies, operational improvements and international scalability
• Passionate people leader
• Comfortable managing complex supplier relationships and influencing senior stakeholders
• Commercially astute, strategically minded, and solutions-driven

To apply or learn more about this exceptional opportunity, please contact Gabi at gabi@pod-talent or click ‘Apply’ now

Head of Practice - End to End Supply Chain