Head of Supply Chain

Head of Supply Chain Optimisation | Retail | National | £80kCan be based in DEVON, BRISTOL, SUFFOLK or LEEDS.PurposeAs Head of Network Optimisation, you'll be the strategic lead for making the overall supply chain smarter, faster, and more efficient-both in-store and online. You'll have the opportunity to design and implement impactful change across the network, from short-term wins to long-term structural innovation. Think automation, analytics, resilience, and real growth.This role sits within a newly formed Supply Chain Team.You'll work cross-functionally with stakeholders across Retail, Finance, and Tech, making data-led decisions that shape the future of how we serve our customers. If you're a commercially minded leader with a passion for operational excellence and a love of solving complex problems, this is your moment.The role as Head of Network Optimisation:Network Optimisation Strategy:Lead the development and delivery of a high-impact supply chain roadmap focused on cost, speed, scalability, and quality.Cross-Functional Collaboration:Partner with key teams (Finance, Retail, IT, Logistics) to identify and execute optimisation opportunities across the end-to-end supply chain.Innovation & Automation:Bring in cutting-edge thinking. Leverage automation, digital tools, and analytics to enhance performance and future-proof our operations.Performance Monitoring & Insights:Define KPIs and lead performance deep-dives. Use data to tell compelling stories and influence strategic decision-making at the highest level.Growth Enablement:Build a flexible, resilient network ready to scale with our business-supporting long-term capacity planning, sustainability, and customer promise.Who we're looking forMust-Have Experience:Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related field.5+ years in supply chain / logistics optimisation or network design, ideally in retail or FMCG.Experience in omnichannel environments and operational execution.Strong grasp of planning, inventory management, and supply chain systems.Skills & Traits:Confident project leader with strong stakeholder management.Analytical mindset with exceptional data interpretation skills.Hands-on, energetic leadership style with a collaborative, solutions-first approach.Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office.Bonus Points For:Financial acumen (P&L experience, budgeting).Experience with Tableau, Power BI, SAP APO/IBP.Knowledge of sustainable supply chain practices.Familiarity with tools like Supply Chain Guru or similar optimisation platforms.BBBH: 34010

Created: 2025-07-23