Head Of Supply Chain

JOB DESCRIPTION  As the Head of Supply Chain you will,
Lead and develop the supply chain team, reviewing structure, job roles and descriptions, and up-skilling where required.
Build relationships with the Sales, Product Development and Marketing teams to understand business challenges, and develop processes and systems to optimise efficiency, on-time product and drive great customer service.
Alongside the Product Development team, work with suppliers to understand capacity, and lead times, that supports an optimised inventory level, without affecting customer service.
Drive cost reduction initiatives within the supply chain, this could include logistics routes, freight costs, external warehousing, cost of import / export.... seek to thoughtfully refine processes and systems to uncover inefficiencies and deliver more profitability.
Contribute to company strategy, as a key member of the senior leadership team.
Manage Far East inbound shipments, container planning.
Manage relationship with German 3rd party fulfilment centre in Germany.
Manage a sizeable team including, QA & shipping, two warehouses including d2c and B2B.
YOUR PROFILE Have previously held a senior supply chain role.
Have experience with supply chain systems.
Have 3-4 years experience in Far East import and logistics issues.
Have worked for a consumer product distributor / manufacturer / importer.
Proven leadership experience in a similar role, being able to demonstrate performance management and increased engagement.
Strong analytical and strategic planning skills, showing advanced stock / inventory management.
Track record in managing supply, demand, and warehouse teams.
THE ROLE
•    Full time role, permanent
•    Hybrid role, partly based at our Chesham, Buckinghamshire
•    Salary 60-65k
No agencies or recruiters please