Head of Supply Chain

EROAD; Upper Harbour; On-site; NZD 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

EROAD, a New Zealand-founded, globally listed fleet management technology company, is seeking a Head of Global Supply Chain to own end-to-end strategy and execution as it scales across NZ, Australia, and North America. Reporting to the Chief Supply Chain Officer, this role leads planning, sourcing, and lifecycle management across geographies.

You will drive SIOP, supplier management, and total landed cost, while deploying data-driven transformation with AI-enabled tools.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior leadership experience in a global supply chain environment.
• Track record of leading multi-geography teams and delivering on strategic supply chain initiatives.
• Experience managing EMS/ODM partners and international supplier networks.
• Strong financial acumen on total landed cost, working capital, and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end global supply chain strategy and execution across multiple markets.
• Own SIOP and supply planning across a geographically dispersed organization.
• Drive strategic sourcing, supplier management and outsourced manufacturing relationships.
• Oversee inventory, warehousing, logistics, and reverse logistics/refurbishment.
• Lead transformation through data analytics, automation and AI-enabled supply chain tools.

Skills

Senior leadership

SIOP planning

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Inventory management

Logistics

Product lifecycle

Analytics & AI

ERP systems

Education

Degree in supply chain

APICS/CSCP CPSM certification

Tools

ERP systems

Analytics platforms

Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANYEROAD is a New Zealand founded, globally listed fleet management technology company, providing GPS tracking, compliance and driver safety tools to fleet operators across New Zealand, Australia and North America, and it's looking for a Head of Global Supply Chain to own end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution as it continues to grow across its markets. Reporting to the Chief Supply Chain Officer, this is a senior leadership role at the heart of that growth.WHAT YOU'LL DOYou'll lead global supply chain performance across every link in the chain, from planning through to the product in the field.Own SIOP and supply planning across a geographically dispersed organisationLead strategic sourcing, procurement and supplier management including outsourced EMS/ODM partners and international supply networksDrive product lifecycle management from introduction through to end of lifeOversee inventory, warehousing, logistics and reverse logistics/refurbishmentHold accountability for quality across the end-to-end supply chainLead direct reports and cross-functional teams spanning multiple geographiesDrive total landed cost, working capital and contract negotiation outcomesLead transformation through data, analytics, automation and AI-enabled supply chain toolsWHAT YOU NEEDWe're looking for someone who brings senior supply chain leadership and genuine commercial weight to the role.Substantial senior leadership experience gained in a complex, global supply chain environmentA track record leading direct reports and cross-functional teams, including teams spread across multiple geographiesBroad experience spanning SIOP/supply planning, strategic sourcing, supplier management, inventory, logistics, quality and end-to-end product lifecycle managementBackground managing outsourced electronics manufacturing, including EMS/ODM partners and international supply networksSharp financial and commercial capability covering total landed cost, working capital, contract negotiation and benefits realisationCommand of ERP, planning, analytics and supply chain systems to drive control, insight and performanceReady to travel internationally as requiredA relevant tertiary qualification in supply chain, engineering, business or a related discipline is an advantage, as is a recognised professional certification such as APICS/CPIM, CSCP or CPSMExposure to AI-enabled tools, automation and advanced analytics in supply chain transformation is a plusWHY JOINThis is a chance to lead supply chain at a global level for a high-growth, innovative technology company making a real difference.Shape the next stage of growth across New Zealand, Australia, the Philippines and the USA as EROAD continues to expandWork alongside a talented and collaborative team in a multicultural organisationAccess continuous learning, EAP support and AI tooling to help you growBe part of a true Kiwi success story, publicly listed on both the NZX and ASX