10+ years of experience in Supply Chain & Logistics, with 3+ years in a leadership role
Proven track record in managing regional or global supply chain operations
Expertise in demand forecasting and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
Strong supplier management and logistics coordination experience
Advanced Excel skills and analytical capabilities
Experience with major retailers or pharmacy chains
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a scalable global supply chain strategy
Own demand forecasting and stock planning
Create procurement strategies to optimize costs and secure supply
Manage the global supply chain budget effectively
Lead and develop teams in procurement and logistics
Ensure optimal inventory levels and supplier performance
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
Focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency
Strong emphasis on leadership and team development
Engagement with major clients and stakeholders globally
Full Job Description
ROLE OVERVIEW
This role is responsible for managing the execution of our Supply Chain & Logistics department with the key focus on adding value, optimizing quality, time and cost. You will also be responsible for the SC&L Team, inventory management, cost control, process implementation, vendor relationships and monitoring our overall Supply Chain and Logistics strategy in order to maximise efficiency and productivity.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Planning:
Supply Chain Strategy & Planning - Building & executing a scalable Global supply chain strategy aligned with 2San's global growth objectives
Forecasting & Capacity - Owning demand forecasting, stock planning and supplier capacity modelling to support the regional requirements
Procurement & Cost - Developing procurement strategies that protect GP, secure supply continuity and optimise total landed cost
Budget Management - Managing and controlling the Global supply chain & logistics budget inline with the commercial model or better
Team Leadership and Management:
Leadership - Leading procurement, supply planning, forecasting, supplier management, and logistics coordination teams
Team Development - Recruiting, training and developing supply chain specialists across procurement, forecasting, and supplier governance
Cross-functional Collaboration - Partnering with the SLT and RTLs to ensure supply chain alignment with strategy, customer expectation, major deals etc.
Motivation & Recognition - Driving a culture of ownership, accuracy, and continuous improvement across supply chain & logistics disciplines
SC&L Execution:
Inventory Management - Ensuring optimal stock levels, high availability, and minimal short-dated stock holding
Supplier Management - Managing key relationships with factories and suppliers to ensure reliable production, quality is maintained, and competitive pricing, including performance reviews, compliance checks, and improvement plans
Logistics Coordination - Coordinating in and outbound freight, supplier lead times, and regional flows to guarantee timely supply both from suppliers and to customers
Supply Chain Risk Management - Identifying risks (supplier delays, shortages, cost increase, capacity constraints, country & supplier reliance) and implementing mitigation actions to protect supply continuity
Stakeholder Relationship Management:
Internal Business Partnering - Supporting internal teams with the required information on day-to-day business, opportunities, insights and reporting
Customer Relationship Management - Maintaining strong commercial relationships with the forecasting teams within the larger clients globally
Voice of Customer - Gathering feedback from internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive strategic improvements
Reporting and Analytics:
Supply Chain Performance Metrics - Tracking KPIs such as days of Inventory on Hand, % to revenue of outbound shipping costs and % to revenue of warehousing costs
Reporting & Communication - Continuously working with the regional teams to ensure they have the required insights to make informed decisions
Quality Assurance System - Manage the required expectations within our internal QMS SOPs to ensure we are compliant with the regional requirements
KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 10 years' experience in Supply Chain & Logistics, including at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
Demonstrated experience developing and managing regional or global supply chain operations.
Strong expertise in demand forecasting, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), and inventory management.
Ability to balance strategic planning and leadership with hands-on operational management.
Proven experience managing suppliers, manufacturing partners, freight operations, and third-party logistics (3PL) and warehouse providers.
Advanced Excel skills, with strong analytical capabilities and experience using data to drive business decisions.
Experience working with major retailers or pharmacy chains, including collaborative forecasting and demand planning.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Commercially minded, with a strategic and hands-on approach.
Analytical, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Strong leader with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Proactive, agile, and adaptable to changing business needs.
Process-driven, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
Humble, hungry, and smart, with a strong drive to achieve results.
The above are the primary experiences, skills and competencies that the job holder will be required to demonstrate and to cultivate over time. We expect that individuals will join us with the essential foundations and have a passion to develop and grow their career journey with us.
