This is an opportunity to be involved at the beginning of a start-up food & drink brand – do you have what it takes? Are you craving an opportunity to make your mark in a high-growth, forward thinking business? Based in central London, this is a brand which is at the beginning of their journey and represents an incredible opportunity in a category which is crying out for innovation The scope is huge and tremendously exciting when you delve into the data and what has already been achieved on the other side of the pond As Supply Chain Director, you will be responsible for leading the function and oversee the function as it has recently transferred its production from EMEA to the UK. This role is unique – yes you will be on the SLT reporting to founders and leading the function with your strategic hat on, but you will also be tasked with rolling up your sleeves, managing 3PL, production, COGS projects, and wider operational duties. Whilst in bigger business there is a person for every little area – in this business nothing will be out of your remit, but there is a workforce that you will support and muck in with when needed. Key responsibilities: Operational and Strategy Development and Execution: Develop and execute the operational strategy to achieve the 3 year commercial objectives relating to price, products, legal, and operational capabilities. Leadership and Team Management: Lead and manage the Head of Operations, Senior Product Development Manager, and the Operations Manager, providing direction, guidance, and support in executing their responsibilities. Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture. Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Oversee and ensure the business’s adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Ensure that operational processes are compliant. Continuous Improvement and Innovation: Foster a culture of innovation, set the product improvement, and innovation roadmap. You have to have a self-starter mentality and be someone who wants to run at full speed If you’re someone who loves ownership and working with agility, this will be for you. This is a start-up FMCG brand where you can have a huge amount of fun, lead the way and develop the process The ideal candidate: Will have over a handful of years in operations in a leadership capacity. Understanding of COGS, development processes, and managing co-manufacturing. Have the ability to inspire, have strong analytical skills and a strategic mindset to problem solve Be comfortable working with and in a manufacturing environment. Excellent communication skills. Proficiency in operational systems, project management tools, and data driven decision making. Sound like you? Please don’t hesitate in applying To apply directly please send a copy of your CV to mikesignaturecm.co.uk or alternatively please apply via the link below. Whilst we will always endeavour to respond to you, due to the high levels of applications we receive this isn’t always possible. If you are not contacted within 3 working days, you have unfortunately not been shortlisted for this role. Please note Signature Career Management is acting as an employment agency.