Head of Supply Chain Operations

• Define and deliver the supply chain strategy aligned to business and regulatory requirements
• Drive continuous improvement, resilience and digital transformation (ERP, WMS, APS, analytics)
• Develop and maintain effective business continuity and risk mitigation plans
• Lead the S&OP / IBP process to align demand, supply and commercial priorities
• Improve forecast accuracy and supply planning to minimise shortages and obsolescence
• Ensure supply chain readiness for new product introductions and market expansion
• Optimise inventory, safety stock and working capital
• Oversee warehousing, distribution and transport to ensure strong on-time delivery
• Ensure compliant handling of controlled medical devices and drive logistics efficiency
• Ensure compliance with FDA/QSR, ISO 13485, MDR and related regulations
• Maintain end-to-end traceability to support audits and post-market surveillance
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through dual sourcing and partnerships
• Own supply chain budgets, forecasting and cost management
• Monitor and report KPIs including OTIF, COGS, forecast accuracy and logistics costs
• Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team with clear goals and succession plans
• Partner cross-functionally and represent the function in leadership forums, audits and customer engagements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Business or similar
• Master’s degree or APICS/CPIM/CSCP certification preferred
• 10+ years’ experience in supply chain operations, ideally within medical devices, pharmaceuticals or other regulated environments
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role managing planning, procurement and logistics teams
• Strong experience working within FDA, ISO 13485 and MDR frameworks
• Proven success in S&OP/IBP, supplier leadership and supply chain optimisation
• Strategic, analytical and commercially minded
• Strong people leader with a track record of building high-performing teams
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills
• Deep knowledge of ERP systems (e.g. SAP S/4HANA), WMS and analytics tools
• Calm under pressure, highly organised and solutions-focused

Lean / Six Sigma experience desirable

• 34 days holiday (inclusive of public holidays)
• Generous Pension
• Private Medical
• Medical cash back scheme
• Company sick pay
• Life Assurance
• Critical illness and income protection (service requirements apply)
• Perkbox benefits platform