Head of Operations and Supply Chain

As Head of Operations and Supply Chain you will be responsible for supply chain, 3rd party manufacturing, warehousing and all manufacturing systems for a true market leading organisation.

Client Details

Our client are a growing, Birmingham based business with an international pedigree for innovation in the FMCG market. They supply retail, wholesale and specialist distributors with a best in class product. As their portfolio continues to grow, they are looking for a new dynamic and pragmatic leader to develop systems and cultures across all supply chain and manufacture, supporting the wider European business.

Description

The Head of Operations and Supply Chain will report into the Global Operations Director and will lead a team of 30 via an Inventory Manager, Customer Service Manager and Operations Team Leader. You will have responsibility for developing manufacturing capability working closely with all the 3rd parties to drive best in class inventory and purchasing practices in alignment with an ambitious growth strategy.

Day to day responsibility will include:

• Assessing all 3rd party relations (manufacturing & warehousing) driving high performance
• Working closely with commercial and financial functions ensuring sustainable growth
• Leading a continuous improvement culture
• Contributing to knowledge share and best practice with other operations functions across the globe

Profile

The successful Head of Operations and Supply Chain will possess a range of the following:

• Proven leadership in FMCG within an operational or supply chain capacity
• Experience working with 3rd party manufacturers
• Demonstrable experience in supply chain growth and system improvement
• Ideally experience working with major retailers

Job Offer

A competitive salary & package with an award winning employer