Head of Operations in City of London
Supply Talent is looking for an Head of Operations in City of London
Job description
We’re hiring a Head of Operations for a fast growth London-based FMCG scale-up.
Backed by top-tier investors and fuelled by ambitious growth plans, they're now looking for a world-class Head of Operations to join their senior team and help build the operational engine that will power their national and international expansion.
This is a critical leadership role for someone who thrives in high-growth environments. Reporting to the Founders, you will be responsible for designing, optimizing, and leading their end-to-end supply chain operations – from sourcing and manufacturing through to fulfilment and logistics – with a sharp focus on efficiency, scalability, and customer experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own and evolve the supply chain strategy in alignment with commercial goals.
- Oversee sourcing, procurement, production, warehousing, and logistics operations.
- Build and lead a high-performing supply chain and operations team.
- Ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of products to customers and retail partners.
- Manage relationships with manufacturing partners, 3PLs, and suppliers.
- Implement scalable systems and processes to support rapid growth.
- Drive continuous improvement in supply chain performance, sustainability, and resilience.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Commercial, Finance, and Product teams.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience leading supply chain and operations in a fast-paced FMCG environment (scale-up or challenger brand experience is a big plus).
- Strategic thinker with a strong analytical mindset and hands-on approach.
- Experience scaling operations through periods of rapid growth and complexity.
- Excellent negotiation, project management, and team leadership skills.
- A builder mentality – excited to shape the future of a high-potential brand.
- Strong understanding of ERP systems, inventory management, and logistics optimization.
- Passion for innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.
The successful candidate can expect a salary of up to £85,000 plus benefits inlcuding a share scheme.
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- City of London
- Type of Contract
- Part-time jobs
- Published at
- 28-06-2025
- Profession type
- Logistics jobs
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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