Head of Supply Chain

Overview

Our client is a well-established group of business across several industrial and manufacturing segments, known for its robust operations and innovative processes. They offer a structured working environment with a focus on excellence and continual improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain and procurement strategies that align with the group's business goals across diverse sectors including manufacturing, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals.
• Establish and optimize procurement mechanisms, policies, and processes to support efficient sourcing, vendor management, and cost control across multiple sub-companies.
• Coordinate logistics and inventory operations to ensure timely availability of materials, reduce waste, and support production across facilities including those for specialized vehicles and machinery.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with finance, manufacturing, and operations teams to ensure transparency, compliance, and seamless execution of supply chain activities.
• Monitor and improve supply chain performance, leveraging data and KPIs to identify bottlenecks, enhance efficiency, and support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, embedding best practices across all supply chain and procurement functions.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of end to end Procurement and Supply Chain experience in the relevant sector
• Proven experience in leading supply chain functions within large, diversified organizations.
• Strong background in procurement strategy, policy development, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to initiate and scale operations in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing supply chains for manufacturing, machinery, automotive and industrial materials
• Capable of empowering teams and embedding robust mechanisms for long-term success.