About the Organisation

We operate across complex, large-scale supply chain ecosystems serving multiple business units, distribution hubs, manufacturing partners, and commercial operations. Our supply chain spans global sourcing, transportation, supplier management, inventory optimisation, logistics coordination, network planning, and operational performance management.

Supply Chain Operations is central to how we support business continuity, customer delivery, cost efficiency, and long-term operational stability. We are committed to intelligent forecasting, modern supply chain technology, robust planning models, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement across every stage of the lifecycle.

As the Vice President of Supply Chain Operations, you will oversee end-to-end supply chain strategy, create operational alignment across functions, and ensure that distribution, manufacturing, transportation, and sourcing operations perform at a world-class level.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of supply chain operations including logistics, sourcing, fulfillment, inventory, transportation, and distribution network performance.

• Develop and execute multi-year supply chain strategies aligned with organisational goals, customer demands, and operational constraints.

• Oversee global demand planning, forecasting accuracy, supply continuity, and capacity management.

• Drive operational excellence through structured performance metrics, process optimisation, and advanced supply chain technologies.

• Partner with Manufacturing, Procurement, Finance, and Commercial teams to align supply chain performance with business priorities.

• Lead large-scale operational improvements including automation adoption, systems modernisation, and network redesign.

• Manage supplier relationships, sourcing strategies, and contract negotiations to ensure cost control and continuity.

• Establish governance frameworks including KPIs, dashboards, executive reporting models, and risk mitigation structures.

• Oversee transportation strategy, 3PL performance, distribution center operations, and inventory health.

• Guide teams through scenario planning, contingency strategies, and business continuity planning.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in Supply Chain Operations, Logistics, Procurement, or related operational disciplines.

• Experience in medium-to-large organisations with complex global supply chain networks.

• Strong understanding of supply chain systems, planning tools, WMS/TMS technologies, and operational forecasting.

• Proven expertise in cross-functional leadership and managing multi-site operational environments.

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees or certifications in Supply Chain, Operations, or Business are advantageous.

• Strong analytical, commercial, and operational decision-making skills.

• Experience with lean methodologies, continuous improvement frameworks, and large-scale transformation initiatives.

Personal Capabilities and Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with exceptional operational depth and an ability to connect strategy to execution.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex supply concepts to executive audiences.

• Highly organised and able to oversee multiple workstreams across distributed teams.

• Results-driven, decisive, and comfortable leading in fast-paced environments.

• Skilled in developing high-performing leaders through coaching, structure, and accountability.

• Demonstrates calm decision-making under pressure and during high-impact operational challenges.

Strategic Support

• Partner with executive leaders on long-range planning, capital investment, and network expansion decisions.

• Provide insights into inventory health, supply chain constraints, and operational risks.

• Support digital transformation initiatives across automation, planning technology, and operational analytics.

• Contribute to enterprise strategy meetings related to growth, commercial priorities, and market expansion.

• Influence cross-functional planning cycles including budget reviews, portfolio discussions, and procurement strategies.

Working Conditions

• Remote role within the United States, with periodic travel to distribution centers, supplier sites, and leadership meetings.

• Collaboration across distributed supply chain, manufacturing, procurement, and operational teams.

• High-visibility role with accountability for operational performance, delivery timelines, and cost efficiency.

Job Function

• Oversee and optimise end-to-end global supply chain operations.

• Build scalable supply chain structures supporting customer fulfillment and operational resilience.

• Drive transformation across logistics, sourcing, transportation, and distribution.

• Ensure supply chain performance supports enterprise commercial and operational objectives.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $345,000 – $390,000

• Executive annual performance bonus

• Eligibility for long-term incentive programmes

• Executive benefits package including:

  • Health & wellness plans

  • Retirement savings program

  • Paid executive time off

  • Leadership development resources

  • Remote-work technology support

  • Wellbeing & mental health support

Why Join Us

• Lead a mission-critical function with influence across the global organisation.

• Shape supply chain transformation and long-term network strategy.

• Operate in a high-impact, remote-first leadership environment.

• Strong visibility with executive leadership and cross-functional partners.

• Clear future pathways into COO, EVP Supply Chain, or broader Enterprise Operations leadership.