Regional Head of Supply Chain

About This Role

Head of Supply Chain – International Markets

About the Role

An exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing international FMCG business as Head of Supply Chain – International Markets.

This role is responsible for driving end-to-end supply chain performance across global distributor-led and emerging markets, covering demand and supply planning, production allocation, logistics, and distributor coordination.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in connecting global supply capabilities with international commercial demand, ensuring strong service levels, operational discipline, and scalable supply chain processes across multiple geographies.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Supply Chain Management

• Own demand and supply planning across international markets
• Consolidate demand forecasts from distributors and commercial teams
• Ensure product availability across multiple regions with varying demand patterns
• Balance inventory, service levels, and cost in fast-moving, low-structure environments

Supply & Production Coordination

• Allocate production volumes across global manufacturing and co-packing partners
• Optimize sourcing points based on cost, service, and lead times
• Manage complex multi-country and multi-origin supply flows
• Work closely with Procurement and Technical teams to ensure supply readiness

Logistics & Distribution

• Manage export logistics flows into international markets
• Optimize freight modes, routing, and lead times
• Build and manage relationships with 3PL providers and freight forwarders
• Ensure reliable and efficient shipment execution globally

Distributor & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary supply chain contact for international distributors
• Align on forecasts, ordering cycles, and service expectations
• Improve forecasting discipline and operational alignment across markets
• Support distributors in strengthening planning capabilities

Cost & Working Capital Optimization

• Optimize freight and landed costs across markets
• Manage inventory levels across supply chain nodes and in-market stock
• Reduce obsolete and slow-moving inventory risks
• Drive supply chain efficiencies that contribute to margin improvement

Governance & Process Improvement

• Implement global S&OP and planning standards
• Ensure adherence to planning cycles and reporting requirements
• Establish KPI tracking and performance visibility
• Drive operational discipline and continuous improvement initiatives

Key Interfaces

• Global S&OP and Planning
• Procurement
• Technical / Manufacturing
• NPD
• Finance
• Commercial teams and distributors

Key KPIs

• Service Level (OTIF)
• Forecast Accuracy
• Inventory Days
• Freight Cost per Case
• Order Lead Time
• Obsolescence Reduction

Requirements

• 8–10+ years’ experience in supply chain, logistics, or planning within FMCG or similar industries
• Strong background in international logistics and multi-country supply chain operations
• Experience operating in distributor-led and emerging markets
• Proven experience managing co-packers, 3PLs, and freight forwarders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments

Core Skills

• Strong stakeholder management
• Strategic and hands-on operational capability
• High accountability and ownership mindset
• Structured decision-making under uncertainty
• Excellent communication across international teams

Technical Competencies

• Advanced Excel and data analysis
• Understanding of international freight and trade flows
• Knowledge of supply chain KPIs and performance drivers
• ERP and planning systems experience

Languages

• Fluent English required
• Russian is a strong advantage
• Arabic or Turkish beneficial but not essential