Supply Chain Director

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer brand in the UK is seeking a Supply Chain Director to spearhead their ambitious growth plans. This pivotal role involves shaping the supply chain strategy, leading a talented team, and driving operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in food or beverage manufacturing.
• 3+ years in senior leadership roles.
• Proven track record in 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

Cost Efficiency

Operational Improvement

Supplier Relationship Management

Strategic Thinking

Job description

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Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days per week in office)

I’m excited to be partnering with one of the UK’s most exciting consumer brands on a Supply Chain Director opportunity that sits right at the heart of my client’s ambitious scale-up journey.

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.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to shape, build and lead in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

About the role:

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

About you:

1. 8+ years’ experience in food or beverage manufacturing, with 3+ years’ operating in senior leadership roles.
2. Strong background in end-to-end supply chain and operations.
3. Proven track record delivering cost efficiencies, operational improvements and international scalability.
4. Passionate people leader.
5. Comfortable managing complex supplier relationships and influencing senior stakeholders.
6. Commercially astute, strategically minded, and solutions-driven.