Job Purpose:

To lead and optimize end-to-end supply chain operations at Vivo Fashion Group, including the buying of raw materials, inventory planning, warehousing and logistics. This role ensures cost-effective sourcing of fabrics, trims, and accessories; mitigates the risk of stockouts and drives system-driven visibility across the supply chain. The Head of Supply Chain plays a pivotal role in supporting business growth and digital transformation in the supply chain function, which will result in data-driven decisions.

This role reports to the Chief Finance and Operations Officer and works closely with key leaders in Product Development, Production and Commercial. The Head of Supply Chain leads a cross-functional team across the different warehouses, logistics, and inventory control, and is expected to be a core driver of operational excellence across the value chain.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Raw Material Buying

• Source fabrics, trims, and accessories from both local and international markets.
• Lead vendor negotiations to secure favorable pricing and payment terms.
• Evaluate vendor performance (price, quality, lead time). 

Inventory Planning & Stockout Mitigation

• Establish reorder models and ensure stock cover based on sales and production forecasts.
• Analyze demand trends to prevent raw material and finished goods shortages.
• Collaborate with production and commercial teams to align inventory availability with demand.

Warehouse Design & Management

• Oversee raw material and finished goods warehouses.
• Ensure stock traceability, stock count accuracy, and efficient warehouse layout to maximize space utilization.

Inventory Reporting & Visibility

• Establish dashboards for visibility of stock status, consumption, lead times, stock movements and in-transit stock and generate and share timely inventory and other reports with clear insights and risks
• Track inventory turnover and ensure ERP records match physical stock. 

Logistics & Distribution

• Coordinate inbound logistics and customs clearance to minimize delays and costs as well as outbound logistics to Vivo stores.
• Optimize transport planning for reliability and cost-effectiveness. 

Process Improvement & System Integration

• Support ERP implementation and digitization of supply chain workflows.
• Embed supply chain KPIS in dashboards for real-time monitoring.

Quality Assurance Collaboration

• Establish inspection procedures for inbound raw materials.
• Collaborate with QA to ensure fabric and trim quality meet production standards.
• Take corrective action when vendor quality issues arise. 

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Certifications in procurement, logistics, or inventory management are an added advantage
• Minimum 10 years in supply chain management, with at least 5 in apparel/fashion.
• Strong experience in fabrics and trims sourcing, inventory planning, and warehouse operations.
• Demonstrated success in reducing procurement costs and improving stock availability.

Key Skills

• Advanced negotiation and strategic sourcing skills.
• Excellent analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency in ERP and inventory management systems.