Head of Supply Chain
Ref: 623174
London, UK
£120,000
- Permanent
- Strategic Supply Chain Leader
- Cost Efficiency Expert
- Digital Transformation Specialist
About the candidate
An accomplished Head of Supply Chain with over three decades of experience in the high-volume fresh food retail and manufacturing sector. This candidate excels in end-to-end supply chain, logistics and operations strategy, having spearheaded transformation and cost-saving programmes in complex food networks. Highly regarded for their strategic leadership and ability to consistently deliver improved cost efficiencies, service excellence, and sustainable business growth. Expertise in managing large-scale change with a clear focus on aligning supply chain operations to commercial goals and customer needs.
What makes them great?
- Implemented a centralised planning structure that delivered simplifies processes and improved consistency, governance, and data accuracy.
- Generated a 10% reduction in transport spend and an 18% decrease in vehicle usage through strategic network redesign.
- Owned multiple peak capacity strategies including partnerships with 3PLs to optimise the end-to-end supply chain during critical periods.
Areas of expertise
- Supply Chain Strategy & Network Optimisation: Skilled in re-engineering operations to enhance efficiency and productivity.
- Cost Transformation & Margin Protection: Proven track record of identifying and implementing cost-saving measures contributing directly to business growth.
- Systems Implementation & Digital Enablement: Experienced in leading digital transformation initiatives to streamline processes and enhance data accuracy and governance.
- Managing High-Performing Teams: Accomplished at building empowered, accountable teams through nurturing and mentoring with integrity and credibility.