Supply Chain Lead

The Supply Chain Lead will play a key role in overseeing and optimising supply chain operations within the FMCG industry. This position is based in Central London and requires a proactive individual with expertise in end-to-end supply chain management.

Client Details

Fast-growing brand in the FMCG industry, recognised for its commitment to delivering high-quality products and services.

Description

• Lead the Planning Function: Drive the development and continuous improvement of supply, demand & inventory planning processes, establishing scalable ways of working that support business growth and operational excellence.
• Optimise Stock Availability: Ensure the right inventory levels are maintained across multiple locations, balancing product availability, working capital and inventory efficiency. Work closely with Warehousing, Procurement and Commercial teams to deliver a reliable supply chain.
• Drive Process Improvement & Automation: Identify opportunities to improve planning processes through automation, reporting enhancements and the implementation of scalable tools that reduce manual activity and improve decision-making.
• Develop Planning Processes & Performance Metrics: Establish robust planning standards, governance and KPIs, using data and performance insights to proactively manage inventory, identify risks and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead, Coach & Develop the Team: Manage and develop a team of inventory planners, creating a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, analytical thinking and continuous development.
• Support Business Growth: Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure inventory strategies support new product introductions, changing customer demand and business expansion while maintaining healthy stock levels and minimising excess inventory.
• Provide Operational Planning Support: Maintain hands-on involvement in planning activities when required, ensuring continuity of operations during periods of increased demand, business change or operational challenges.
• Manage Third-Party Logistics Performance: Monitor and review the performance of external logistics partners against agreed service levels, driving improvements where necessary to ensure operational excellence.
• Improve Supplier Performance: Develop supplier performance reporting and collaborate with Procurement to monitor supplier reliability, identify improvement opportunities and strengthen supply chain performance.

Profile

A successful Supply Chain Lead should have:

• Proven leadership experience within Supply Chain, Inventory Planning, or Supply Planning, with a track record of leading and developing high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong planning and operational expertise, with experience managing complex inventory environments, improving supply chain performance and supporting business growth through scalable processes and effective stock management.
• Data-driven and technology-focused, with advanced analytical skills and experience leveraging automation, planning systems and digital tools to improve efficiency, streamline workflows and enhance decision-making.
• Commercially minded with a continuous improvement mindset, able to balance customer service, inventory investment and operational performance while identifying opportunities to optimise processes and deliver measurable business value.
• Hands-on, collaborative and proactive, with excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to adapt quickly, influence cross-functional teams and deliver results in a dynamic, evolving business environment.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary between £60,000 and £70,000 per annum.
• Hybrid Working
• Opportunity to access equity options.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Supply Chain Lead, apply today and contribute to the success of a leading organisation in the FMCG industry.