Strategic Supply Chain Leader: Network Optimization

Signet Jewelers Limited; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Signet Jewelers Limited is seeking a Strategic Supply Chain Senior Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain strategy, network optimization, and cross-functional execution. You will own long-range planning, drive initiatives across fulfillment, logistics, inventory, and supplier ecosystems, and partner with finance to quantify ROI and cost savings.

The role emphasizes resilience, risk management, and continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and advanced analytics to support enterprise

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of supply chain experience with leadership or strategic responsibility.
• Proven track record in strategic planning, network optimization, and supplier management.
• Strong analytical capability with proficiency in modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred; MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop multiyear supply chain strategies aligned to corporate objectives.
• Build and maintain capacity models, demand scenarios, and risk mitigation plans.
• Lead strategic roadmap initiatives across fulfillment, logistics, inventory, and supplier ecosystems.
• Evaluate and optimize distribution of footprint, transportation flows, and inventory positioning.
• Drive cost-to-serve analysis, throughput modeling, and operational efficiency improvements.
• Partner with Finance to quantify ROI, cost savings, and capital investment requirements.
• Establish performance frameworks, KPIs, and quarterly business reviews with key vendors.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers to support diversification and scalability.
• Collaborate with Operations, Merchandising, Planning, Engineering, and Customer Experience to align priorities and execution.
• Serve as the strategic liaison for executive leadership, providing insights, risks, and recommendations.
• Lead cross functional initiatives such as new product introduction, network transitions, and system integrations.
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and data driven methodologies to reduce waste and improve reliability.
• Develop dashboards and reporting mechanisms for visibility into performance, risk, and cost drivers.
• Champion automation, digitization, and advanced analytics across the supply chain.
• Build resilience strategies for geopolitical, transportation, supplier, and regulatory risks.
• Ensure compliance with trade regulations, sustainability standards, and internal governance.

Skills

Strategic planning

Network optimization

Supplier management

Cross-functional leadership

Forecasting & analytics

Cost efficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP

WMS

TMS

Job description

Signet Jewelers Limited is seeking a Strategic Supply Chain Senior Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain strategy, network optimization, and cross-functional execution. You will own long-range planning, drive initiatives across fulfillment, logistics, inventory, and supplier ecosystems, and partner with finance to quantify ROI and cost savings.

The role emphasizes resilience, risk management, and continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and advanced analytics to support enterprise