Director of Supply Chain
Core
Lead end-to-end supply chain flow from demand forecasting and factory purchase orders to warehouse replenishment and global store delivery for a global bridal fashion brand.
Role type
Senior leadership Director of Supply Chain
Builds
Bridal gowns and wedding dresses for retail stores worldwide
Domain
Fashion retail / Bridal / Global logistics
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
End-to-end supply chain management, Demand and supply planning, International freight and customs compliance, Inventory strategy and cash flow optimization, Team leadership (Planning, Purchasing, Logistics), AI tool integration for workflow automation, Scenario modelling, Lean Six Sigma methodology, ERP system improvement, Data-based decision making with BI tools
Preferred skills
APICS certification (CSCP, CPIM, CDDP), Offshore warehouse management experience, Advanced Excel proficiency, Change management in high-growth environments
Technologies
ERP systems, BI tools, AI tools
Responsibilities
Lead and develop Planning, Purchasing, and Logistics managers and teams; Set overall Supply Chain strategy and operating model; Own demand and supply planning outcomes including forecast accuracy; Own purchase order, factory shipment, and returns performance; Own international freight, customs compliance, and warehouse replenishment; Prepare and deliver company-wide invoicing and margin reporting; Lead integration of AI tools to automate workflows; Partner with Factory Operations to reconcile capacity against demand; Lead continuous improvement programs to reduce waste and improve service levels; Provide visibility of Supply Chain performance through operational reporting and dashboards; Develop responsive solutions in a multi-country environment; Manage international travel to support offshore relationships
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership scope
