Head of Supply Chain - Fashion Retail
Location:Cologne, Germany
Job Overview:
As the Head of Supply Chain, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire E2E supply chain process, from sourcing and procurement to logistics and distribution and quality. You will lead a team of professionals and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive operational excellence and support the company's growth objectives. Your strategic vision and analytical skills will play a critical role in ensuring that our supply chain is efficient, sustainable, and responsive to market trends.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supply Chain Strategy:Develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain strategy that aligns with the company's goals and objectives.
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage the supply chain team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
- Sourcing and Procurement:Oversee the sourcing and procurement of raw materials and finished products, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with ethical and sustainability standards.
- Inventory Management:Manage inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing excess stock and obsolescence.
- Logistics and Distribution:Optimize logistics and distribution processes to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products to customers and retail locations.
- Supplier Relationships:Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and negotiate favorable terms.
- Continuous Improvement:Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Sustainability:Implement and promote sustainable practices throughout the supply chain, in line with the company's environmental and social responsibility commitments.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring business continuity and resilience.
- Collaboration:Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product development, marketing, and finance, to support business objectives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
- A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, ideally within the fashion retail industry.
- Strong understanding of supply chain best practices, including sourcing, procurement, logistics, and inventory management.
- Experience in managing and developing teams, with excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing supply chain strategies that drive business results.
- Knowledge of sustainability practices and their application in the supply chain.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Fluency in German and English is required.
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and strategic leader with a passion for supply chain in the fashion retail industry, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume below.