Head of Network Optimisation

Head of Network Optimisation / Supply Chain | Retail | National | £80k Purpose As Head of Network Optimisation, you'll be the strategic lead for making the overall supply chain smarter, faster, and more efficient-both in-store and online. You'll have the opportunity to design and implement impactful change across the network, from short-term wins to long-term structural innovation. Think automation, analytics, resilience, and real growth. This role sits within a newly formed Supply Chain Team. You'll work cross-functionally with stakeholders across Retail, Finance, and Tech, making data-led decisions that shape the future of how we serve our customers. If you're a commercially minded leader with a passion for operational excellence and a love of solving complex problems, this is your moment. The role as Head of Network Optimisation: Network Optimisation Strategy: Lead the development and delivery of a high-impact supply chain roadmap focused on cost, speed, scalability, and quality. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with key teams (Finance, Retail, IT, Logistics) to identify and execute optimisation opportunities across the end-to-end supply chain. Innovation & Automation: Bring in cutting-edge thinking. Leverage automation, digital tools, and analytics to enhance performance and future-proof our operations. Performance Monitoring & Insights: Define KPIs and lead performance deep-dives. Use data to tell compelling stories and influence strategic decision-making at the highest level. Growth Enablement: Build a flexible, resilient network ready to scale with our business-supporting long-term capacity planning, sustainability, and customer promise. Who we're looking for Must-Have Experience: Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related field. 5 years in supply chain / logistics optimisation or network design, ideally in retail or FMCG. Experience in omnichannel environments and operational execution. Strong grasp of planning, inventory management, and supply chain systems. Skills & Traits: Confident project leader with strong stakeholder management. Analytical mindset with exceptional data interpretation skills. Hands-on, energetic leadership style with a collaborative, solutions-first approach. Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office. Bonus Points For: Financial acumen (P&L experience, budgeting). Experience with Tableau, Power BI, SAP APO/IBP. Knowledge of sustainable supply chain practices. Familiarity with tools like Supply Chain Guru or similar optimisation platforms. BBBH: 34010

Location: Ipswich, East Anglia, GB

Posted Date: 8/6/2025