SUPPLY CHAIN & PRODUCTION MANAGER | BEAUTY BRAND | ALEXANDRIA (HYBRID) | UP TO $140K+SUPER (COULD BE FLEXIBLE)
Our client, a leading beauty brand, is seeking an experienced Operations & Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end production, logistics, warehousing, inventory, wholesale operations and product development. Partnering with global suppliers and major retail accounts, you'll play a key role in driving operational performance, supporting growth initiatives and ensuring products are delivered seamlessly from concept through to customer.
Interested? Email your CV to Kelly@whointhezoo.com.au or apply via the link for a confidential discussion in the new year.
*Only suitable candidates will be contacted in relation to their application.
Hiring Consultant: Kelly Pike
Job Code: 1636194
Please note that only those applicants who fit the brief will be contacted in relation to their application.
RESPONSIBILITIES +
Supply Chain and Production
- Manage end-to-end production processes with manufacturing partners in China.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with offshore factories to ensure quality, cost and delivery targets are achieved.
- Negotiate production timelines and proactively manage risks and delays.
- Monitor supplier performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with ethical sourcing and quality standards.
Logistics & Freight Management
- Oversee all inbound and outbound logistics activities.
- Manage international freight, customs clearance and shipping providers.
- Ensure efficient delivery of goods into local distribution centres and warehouses.
- Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
Warehousing & Inventory Management
- Lead relationships with 3PL providers and warehouse partners, both domestically and internationally.
- Monitor warehouse performance, inventory accuracy and service levels.
- Drive best practice inventory controls and stock management processes.
- Ensure efficient order fulfilment across both wholesale and DTC channels.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiencies and reduce costs.
Wholesale
- Act as the operational lead for major wholesale accounts, with a particular focus on Woolworths.
- Partner with Woolworths stakeholders to align forecasting, replenishment and promotional activity.
- Monitor customer performance and proactively address supply or availability risks.
- Support ranging activities, seasonal planning and new product launches.
- Ensure retailer compliance requirements and service expectations are consistently met.
Product Development
- Lead the operational delivery of new product development initiatives from concept through to launch.
- Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers and external partners to ensure timely execution.
- Establish critical path timelines and monitor key milestones.
- Evaluate manufacturing capabilities, costings and feasibility for new products.
- Drive continuous improvement within the product development process.
Demand Planning & Commercial Performance
- Develop and manage demand forecasts across wholesale and DTC channels.
- Collaborate with commercial teams to align inventory plans with revenue objectives.
- Monitor inventory levels and optimise stock investment.
- Identify risks and opportunities through data analysis and recommend corrective actions.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and S&OP processes.
REQUIREMENTS +
- Proven experience in supply chain, operations or production management within FMCG, beauty, retail or consumer goods.
- Strong understanding of international sourcing, logistics, inventory management and demand planning.
- Experience managing key retail or wholesale accounts is highly regarded.
- Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Highly organised with a commercial mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.