Supply Chain Manager

What will you do

Global Supply Planning & Strategy

Lead end-to-end global supply planning to align demand, capacity, and inventory targets

Partner with Brand and Regional Planning teams to translate long-range plans into production and capacity requirements

Own and manage the global supply signal to ensure one clear source of forecast for decision-making

Translate demand forecasts into:

• Capacity requirements
• Vendor allocation
• Material needs
• PO placement timelines

Build and manage seasonal buy plans, including:

• PO placement strategy
• Buy windows and timelines
• Exception handling (e.g. long lead time materials, MOQ challenges, surcharges)
• Pre-build and material preposition decisions

Own the monthly need-to-buy process and manage buy calendars and shipping schedules

Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure smooth buy execution and system setup

Capacity Planning & Risk Management

Work with capacity planning teams to assess supply risks and constraints

Identify risks early (e.g. capacity shortages, demand changes)

Drive mitigation actions such as:

• Reallocation across vendors
• Pre-builds
• Push-outs or pull-ins
• Capacity expansion

Partner with material planning teams to define strategies that balance lead time and risk

Align with Brand Planning to prioritise products and regions under constrained supply

Ensure execution follows global alignment decisions

Performance Management & Continuous Improvement

Drive forecast accuracy through better visibility and alignment with regions

Track and improve key KPIs such as:

• On-Time Performance (OTP)
• Buy Acceptance Rate
• Fill Rate
• Calendar adherence

Analyse data to identify gaps, risks, and opportunities

Prepare reports and updates for leadership on supply status and risks

Challenge current ways of working and improve planning processes

Drive standardisation, automation, and efficiency across planning activities

What will you be responsible for

Ensure global supply and capacity are aligned with business demand

Lead cross-functional planning across Brand, Regional Planning, Product Supply, and suppliers

Act as a key connector between global and regional teams to ensure clear communication and priorities

Drive consistent planning processes and governance across regions

Support decision-making under constraints with clear options and trade-offs

How will you do it

Work closely with global and regional teams to align demand, supply, and priorities

Use data and scenario planning to guide decisions and manage risks

Translate complex data into clear, practical actions

Communicate clearly with both operational teams and senior stakeholders

Stay organised while managing multiple priorities across regions

Build strong relationships to influence decisions and drive alignment

Continuously improve processes and challenge existing ways of working

What you'll bring

Experience & knowledge

5–8 years of experience in supply chain, with strong exposure to supply planning or capacity planning

Good understanding of end-to-end supply chain (demand, production, materials, logistics)

Experience working in a global, matrixed environment

Experience managing or influencing cross-regional or global teams

Skills

Strong analytical skills with experience in scenario planning and capacity modelling

Comfortable working with data and using it to guide decisions

Experience with planning systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, JDA)

Proficient in Excel; Power BI or Tableau is a plus

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Able to explain risks and recommendations clearly to different audiences

Ways of working

Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on practical actions

Comfortable working across time zones and global teams

Open to change and continuous improvement

Takes ownership and drives alignment across teams