The client is seeking a Head of Supply Chain & Operations to oversee end-to-end supply chain and manufacturing functions for global FMCG brands. This role will lead the operations aspect of an SAP S/4HANA transformation, guiding the process from design through to go-live and stabilization. The position involves redesigning processes across planning, sourcing, manufacturing, and delivery to establish unified ways of working, as well as building data, reporting, and analytics capabilities to support better decision-making and early adoption of AI and automation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing across multiple sites, embedding consistent operating disciplines, and driving continuous improvement and asset reliability. Key responsibilities include managing capital expenditure plans, leading investments in automation and site upgrades, and partnering with product development and marketing to bring recent products to market efficiently.



The role also encompasses strategic procurement, logistics, and customer delivery, with a focus on optimizing warehousing, transport, and distribution networks, and building resilient supplier partnerships.

Applicants should have significant experience leading supply chain and operations in a complex, large-scale manufacturing environment, ideally within FMCG, consumer goods, durables, or food and beverage sectors. Experience in implementing ERP systems, particularly SAP S/4HANA, is highly valued. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial acumen, proven leadership in building high-performing teams, and a commitment to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement. A tertiary qualification in supply chain, engineering, operations, or business is expected.

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📌 Head of Supply Chain & Operations (Canberra)
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