Manager / Director / Head of Supply Chain & Operations

CompanyA fast-growing international consumer brand is looking for an experienced Supply Chain & Operations leader to support the development and scaling of a new product category with global ambitions.This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on builder who enjoys creating structures, developing supplier networks and establishing scalable operational processes rather than managing already established organisations.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and scale sourcing, supply chain and operational capabilities.Develop and manage an international supplier and manufacturing network.Lead supplier negotiations, vendor management and performance improvement initiatives.Establish processes, governance, KPIs and operational standards.Ensure high product quality, efficient costs and reliable on-time delivery.Collaborate closely with Product Development, Commercial, Procurement and Leadership teams.Support business growth through practical operational and supply chain solutions.Drive continuous improvement across sourcing, production and supply chain activities.Ideal BackgroundSeveral years of experience in Supply Chain, Operations, Sourcing or Production.Strong exposure to Fashion or comparable consumer-product industries.Proven track record of building or scaling processes, teams or supplier structures.Deep understanding of supplier management and international manufacturing environments.Strong commercial mindset combined with operational execution capabilities.Strong AI and digital expertise in implementation, not only in concepts.Entrepreneurial, hands-on and comfortable working in a dynamic growth environment.Experience working with Asian sourcing markets would be advantageous.Personal ProfileBuilder mentality.Excellent communication skills.Pragmatic and solution-oriented.Resilient with a high level of ownership.Comfortable operating with ambiguity and creating structure.Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.