Supply Chain Projects Lead
itsu [grocery] is a dynamic chain of Asian-inspired healthy food shops that brings its vision into retail and wholesale worldwide.
We are looking for a Supply Chain Projects Lead to represent supply chain across all NPD and EPD projects, ensuring products are operationally ready to launch.
Responsibilities
- Ensure operational readiness for product launches and range changes, including MOQs, lead times, critical paths and supply chain risks throughout the Gate process.
- Lead supply chain representation in all NPD/EPD projects.
- Collaborate with the Supply and Demand teams within Supply Chain for scenario planning in line with Risk & Ops.
- Ensure correct product masterdata is captured and communicated ahead of launch.
- Ensure correct barcode types are used and artwork is created and printed correctly with no scanning issues at launch.
- Work with Customer Service to test ordering systems and ensure a successful first delivery from warehouse to customer.
- Lead post-evaluation after project launch to review masterdata accuracy, efficiency and process improvements.
- Support wider procurement and supply chain projects including re-pack and relabeling projects.
You
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supply chain, project management or operational role, ideally within FMCG or food manufacturing.
- Great organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
- Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively with varied stakeholders.
- Understanding of the NPD Gate process and strong proficiency within supply chain operations.
- Knowledge of Incoterms, freight and customs processes for food imports, and GS1 barcode rules preferred but not essential.
- An open-minded approach to the role and a flexible, can-do, friendly attitude.
What we offer
- Join an expanding food business.
- The ability to drive change and influence the growth of the business.
- Competitive salary.
- Bonus scheme.
- 25 days holiday.
- Private Health Insurance.
- Company Pension Scheme.
- Free itsu lunch.
- 50% itsu discount.
We want to hear from you
- Start date: August 2026.
