Head of Supply Chain Centre, APAC

Mission

This role is embedded within the companys Supply Chain transformation journey. The Head of SCC APAC operates within the newly established Management Entity Supply Chain Center (ME SCC) a structure created specifically to bring regional coherence execution excellence and closer alignment with global supply chain strategy.
As the architect and leader of this new structure the Director is responsible for orchestrating all key supply chain functions including planning inventory logistics and data. Beyond operational oversight this role drives the adoption of new ways of working the deployment of enhanced governance and the integration of digital tools all while ensuring that local execution remains tailored to market needs. This role is a key actor in embedding the transformation journey and sustaining its long-term impact.

Key Responsibilities

Transformation & Ways of Working (WOW)

• Lead the operational deployment of the Supply Chain transformation journey within the ME SCC ensuring adoption of new ways of working tools and governance models across supply chain functions.
• Ensure execution of the ME SCC mandate as a newly established structure supporting end-to-end visibility process standardization and regional efficiency.
  

Demand & Replenishment Planning

• Oversee the design and execution of integrated demand and replenishment planning cycles across markets.
• Ensure planning accuracy responsiveness to constraints and alignment with global frameworks and standards.
• Lead coordination with Brand Unit and Markets to drive planning excellence and continuous improvement.
  

Inventory Management & Optimization

• Define and implement Management Entity-level inventory policies ensuring stock targets and rebalancing actions are executed.
• Monitor inventory performance (e.g. SSOS) and deploy targeted corrective measures to improve working capital and reduce waste.
• Ensure data-informed decision-making through improved planning parameters and inventory visibility.
  

Data & Process Governance

• Drive the implementation of robust master data governance practices across markets.
• Oversee the standardization and quality of planning-critical data to support automation and end-to-end integration.
• Ensure alignment with SC transformations digital architecture and data governance principles.
  

Logistics & Co-packing Execution

• Supervise 3PL performance and Management Entity-level tender coordination.
• Drive cost-to-serve optimization and service level improvements in partnership with logistics providers.
• Oversee execution of co-packing operations across Markets in collaboration with local marketing and supply teams.
  

Team & Leadership

• Build and lead a cross-functional team of planners analysts and managers across markets.
• Foster engagement capability development and leadership succession in a context of transformation.

Success Indicators

• Inventory turnover (SSOS)
• OTIF / copacking adherence
• Logistics cost efficiency
• Planning accuracy & data quality
• Leadtime adherence

Ideal Candidate Profile

Functional Capability

• Demand Planning
• Inventory Management
• Replenishment Planning
• Data Management
• Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination
• Co-packing Management
• Risk Management

Leadership Capability

• Strategic Thinking
• Decision Making
• Change Management
• Team Leadership & Collaboration
• Stakeholder Management Performance Management
• Communication & Influence

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