At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead demand and supply planning, optimising processes for growth and efficiency.
- Company: Dynamic company in Shoreditch with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 33 days leave, flexible holidays, and WellHub membership.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Shape the future of our supply chain while making a real impact.
- Qualifications: 5 years in supply chain, strong analytical skills, and experience in high-growth environments.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
Role Overview
Joining as Interim Supply Chain Manager, you'll take ownership of demand and supply planning across the business, building the systems, processes and partnerships needed to support scale while balancing availability, cash flow and service levels. You'll report to the Head of Supply Chain, owning end-to-end planning and execution across our growing B2B and D2C channels, and playing a critical role in shaping how our supply chain operates as we scale.
Key Responsibilities
- Own demand planning across B2B and D2C channels, translating forecasts into robust supply and manufacturing plans.
- Lead end-to-end supply planning for long‑haul imports, balancing availability, cash, and service levels.
- Manage manufacturing plans in partnership with suppliers, ensuring capacity aligns with growth ambitions.
- Manage relationships with freight forwarders and logistics partners, optimising cost, lead times and reliability (and minimising air freight).
- Oversee inbound freight, customs and international documentation, ensuring compliance with global trade regulations.
- Continuously design, implement and improve supply chain processes to support scale and resilience.
- Track inventory performance, identifying risks and opportunities across the network.
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with Commercial, Operations and Finance to align plans and priorities.
- Lead the S&OP processes, ensuring alignment between demand, supply and business goals.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Circa 5 years' experience in supply chain roles, ideally within fast‑growing supplier or consumer brands.
- Strong demand planning experience, with a proven ability to turn data into actionable plans.
- Experience operating in high‑growth environments with both B2B and D2C channels.
- Hands‑on experience working with Freight forwarders.
- Proven ability to build, document and continuously improve processes in evolving environments.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
- Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders.
- Experience of leading and developing high‑performing team members, creating clarity, supporting growth and holding people accountable for delivering great results.
- A proactive 'get stuff done' mindset with high ownership and accountability.
Preferred Skills
- Led or played a key role in S&OP meetings or processes.
- Experience working with manufacturers based in China.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets / Google Suite.
Work Arrangement
- Contract Type: 12 month fixed‑term contract (FTC) covering maternity leave.
- Start Date: 1st October 2026.
- Location: London (Shoreditch).
- Remote Status: Hybrid working with Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in office.
- Department: Supply Chain.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary depending on experience.
- 33 days annual leave, including flexible bank holidays + a day off for your birthday.
- WellHub membership with a range of fitness & wellbeing options.
Interim Supply Chain Manager employer: Gofractional
As an Interim Supply Chain Manager in the vibrant Shoreditch area of London, you'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration. The company offers a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a WellHub membership for fitness and wellbeing, fostering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and work-life balance. With opportunities to lead critical supply chain initiatives in a fast-growing environment, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact while developing their career.
