Head of Supply Chain

EROAD Ltd; Upper Harbour; On-site; NZD 220,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

EROAD Ltd, a New Zealand fleet management technology company, seeks a Head of Global Supply Chain to own end-to-end strategy and execution as it grows across markets. Reporting to the CSCO, this senior role leads planning, sourcing, logistics and lifecycle management across multiple geographies.

You will drive total landed cost, working capital, and contract negotiations while guiding teams worldwide and shaping AI-enabled supply chain transformation.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in global supply chain environments.
• Experience directing cross-functional teams across geographies.
• Broad background in SIOP, sourcing, supplier management, inventory and logistics.
• Exposure to outsourced electronics manufacturing and international networks.
• Strong financial acumen on landed cost, working capital and contracts.
• Proficiency with ERP, planning and analytics tools; AI-enabled transformations.

Responsibilities

• Lead global supply chain performance from planning to fielded product.
• Own SIOP and supply planning across dispersed org.
• Drive strategic sourcing, procurement and supplier management.
• Oversee lifecycle management from introduction to end-of-life.
• Manage inventory, warehousing, logistics and reverse logistics.
• Ensure end-to-end quality and drive cost optimization.
• Lead multi-geography teams and cross-functional programs.
• Negotiate contracts and optimize working capital.
• Drive transformation via data, analytics and AI tools.

Skills

Senior leadership

Global supply chain

Cross-functional teams

SIOP / supply planning

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Inventory & logistics

Quality & lifecycle

EMS/ODM experience

Total landed cost & working capital

Contract negotiation

ERP / analytics

AI-enabled tools

Travel readiness

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in SCM/engineering/business

Professional certification such as APICS/CPIM/CSCP/CPSM

Tools

ERP Systems

Planning Analytics

Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

EROAD 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 DO

• You’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 organisation


• Lead strategic sourcing, procurement and supplier management including outsourced EMS/ODM partners and international supply networks


• Drive product lifecycle management from introduction through to end of life


• Oversee inventory, warehousing, logistics and reverse logistics/refurbishment


• Hold accountability for quality across the end-to-end supply chain


• Lead direct reports and cross-functional teams spanning multiple geographies


• Drive total landed cost, working capital and contract negotiation outcomes


• Lead transformation through data, analytics, automation and AI-enabled supply chain tools

WHAT YOU NEED

• We'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 environment


• A track record leading direct reports and cross-functional teams, including teams spread across multiple geographies


• Broad experience spanning SIOP/supply planning, strategic sourcing, supplier management, inventory, logistics, quality and end-to-end product lifecycle management


• Background managing outsourced electronics manufacturing, including EMS/ODM partners and international supply networks


• Sharp financial and commercial capability covering total landed cost, working capital, contract negotiation and benefits realisation


• Command of ERP, planning, analytics and supply chain systems to drive control, insight and performance


• Ready to travel internationally as required


• A 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 CPSM


• Exposure to AI-enabled tools, automation and advanced analytics in supply chain transformation is a plus

WHY JOIN

This 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 expand.

Work alongside a talented and collaborative team in a multicultural organisation.

Access continuous learning, EAP support and AI tooling to help you grow.

Be part of a true Kiwi success story, publicly listed on both the NZX and ASX.

EROAD provide in-vehicle technology solutions to fleets in New Zealand, Australia and North America to help them operate more safely and efficiently – making our roads safer and more sustainable for everyone.