Head of Supply Chain leading supply chain operations for Wild Cosmetics. Overseeing forecasting, procurement, logistics, and distribution to ensure sustainable growth.
Responsibilities
Own and lead the entire supply chain – overseeing forecasting, planning, procurement, logistics, and distribution to support rapid business growth.
Strong management acumen and leadership presence, guiding teams through growth, change, and execution – manage and mentor our Supply Chain Leads, building a high-performing, data-driven operation.
Drive best-in-class forecasting and stock management – ensure consistent product availability while optimising inventory levels and cash flow.
Build and manage supplier partnerships – maintain strong relationships with external manufacturers and suppliers to deliver cost efficiencies, reliability, and quality.
Ensure regulatory compliance – collaborate with our in-house Quality team to uphold all relevant standards and certifications.
Skilled at anticipating challenges and disruptions, and deploying solutions to safeguard operations across raw materials, packaging, and logistics to guarantee continuous supply.
Collaborate cross-functionally – partner with teams across product, finance, and operations to support launches, market expansions, and continuous improvement projects.
Champion data and analytics – lead projects to enhance forecast accuracy, optimise inventory, and reduce costs through advanced modelling and insights.
Own systems and reporting – maintain and improve supply chain tools, dashboards, and processes to drive performance visibility and accountability.
Manage budgets and KPIs – oversee cost performance, supplier spend, and operational metrics to balance efficiency and quality.
Requirements
Proven experience building and leading supply chain operations in a fast-paced, high-growth FMCG, D2C, or start-up environment.
Deep expertise across end-to-end supply chain disciplines — forecasting, procurement, inventory management, logistics, and systems.
Advanced analytical and Excel modelling skills, with experience in planning systems, demand forecasting, and inventory optimisation.
(SQL skills or a strong desire to self-serve data are a plus.)
4+ years of leadership experience, with a track record of developing and scaling high-performing teams.
Management experience, as you will play a pivotal leadership role in supporting our ever-growing Supply Chain Team.
Strong commercial acumen - you understand cost drivers, cash flow, P&L understanding and operational metrics.
Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills, working independently and managing cross-functionally with senior external partners.
Experienced in supporting NPD and product launches, ensuring supply readiness and operational scalability.
Comfortable with ambiguity and change, proactive in turning complex challenges into clear, actionable solutions.
Experience working in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, or food is highly beneficial.
Benefits
25 days holidays + bank holidays + 9 extra remote working days
Hybrid working, 3 days a week in our shiny new London office
4% Company Pension
Mental well-being support through Spill
Private healthcare through Vitality
Weekly early finishes and social events
Annual L&D budget
Free breakfast
Free & discounted Wild products
2 x team volunteering days and 2 x personal volunteering days
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