Head of Supply Chain - Agritech - FMCG Background - 4175581

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End-to-end supply chain role
Newly created position

About Our Client

Our client is a growing agribusiness tech-based company. A very well respected player boasting a strong track record historically. Consequently, they are looking to bring on board a dynamic Head of Supply Chain who can assist the business at a time of rapid growth and make a key contribution to the business.

Job Description

Responsible for the overall management of the supply chain functions including demand and supply planning
Leading Supply Chain improvement projects and the ownership of those business case outcomes
Establishes controls to ensure company is operating at the highest level of performance and minimized supply chain risk
Develop strategies, policies, procedures, and overall team to optimize value of the entire function
Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements and ethical standards related to procurement
Develop and manage departmental budgets accordingly
Establishes annual goals and objectives, in coordination with corporate objectives, and manages performance to ensure attainment
Keep detailed records, generate reports, and develop presentations to help management understand the logistics perspective
Assist logistics process for the development of new products, inventory maintenance, manufacturing, shipment and delivery, and returns on products

The Successful Applicant

Minimum 10 years of working experience in a Head of Supply Chain capacity within FMCG environment with demonstrated ability in leading an effective and high-performing team
Master or Bachelor degree in Economics, Business, Operations/Logistics (supply chain related major)
Competencies required: leadership skills, dealing with ambiguity, adapting to change, priority setting, collaboration, influential, innovative, simplicity
Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to interact effectively with all stakeholders
Strong written and spoken communication skills in both local and English languages
Proven track record in strategic agility and operational excellence