Head Of Supply Chain

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive, end to end supply chain strategy that aligns with the company's overarching business objectives and drives competitive advantage.
• Oversee the strategic sourcing and procurement functions, optimizing supplier relationships, negotiating favorable contracts, and ensuring the reliable supply of high quality materials and services.
• Direct and manage all aspects of inventory management, implementing advanced forecasting and planning techniques to minimize carrying costs while maximizing product availability and service levels.
• Lead the logistics and transportation operations, designing efficient networks, selecting optimal carriers, and leveraging technology to reduce costs and improve delivery performance.
• Champion the adoption of cutting edge supply chain technologies, including AI, machine learning, and blockchain, to enhance visibility, automation, and data driven decision making.
• Build and mentor a high performing supply chain team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability across all functional areas.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across the supply chain, identifying trends, diagnosing root causes of issues, and implementing corrective actions to achieve operational excellence.
• Manage supply chain risk proactively, developing robust contingency plans and mitigation strategies to address potential disruptions from geopolitical events, natural disasters, or supplier failures.
• Drive sustainability and ethical practices throughout the supply chain, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting responsible sourcing and labor practices.
• Collaborate cross functionally with sales, marketing, finance, and operations to ensure seamless integration of the supply chain with other business units and achieve unified business goals.