Head of Supply Chain

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Head of Supply Chain to lead our end-to-end supply chain operations—from procurement and production to warehousing, logistics, and fulfillment. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in managing large-scale supply chains in the Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) fashion space, with a proven ability to optimize cost, quality, and speed across multiple product categories. This is a leadership role where the entire supply chain team will report to you.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Supply Chain Architecture

  • Define the long-term supply chain vision, strategy, and roadmap for a multi-category D2C fashion brand.
  • Build scalable systems, processes, and frameworks that support 10x growth in product volumes and categories.
  • Establish robust governance mechanisms, KPI frameworks, and dashboards for proactive decision-making (On-Time In-Full (OTIF), fill rate, forecast accuracy, lead times, cost-to-serve).
  • Identify risks, supply disruptions, and inefficiencies, and design strategic interventions to strengthen resilience.

• Network Design & Vendor Ecosystem Development

  • Create the overall sourcing and manufacturing ecosystem: cluster strategy, vendor mix, diversification plans, and capacity mapping.
  • Develop long-term partnerships with top-tier vendors and factories to ensure agility, quality, and competitive cost structures.
  • Lead contract strategy, supplier scorecards, and multi-year planning cycles to ensure consistent performance.

• Demand, Inventory & Production Strategy

  • Build advanced demand forecasting and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes in collaboration with Category, Merchandising, and Finance.
  • Design inventory strategies for growth categories, new launches, and seasonal spikes.
  • Establish strong frameworks to optimize working capital, reduce dead stock, and improve inventory accuracy across channels.

• Supply Chain Digitization & Systems Enablement

  • Drive the adoption of ERP, planning tools, and automation across procurement, production, warehousing, and logistics.
  • Implement end-to-end visibility tools to enhance planning accuracy, cost control, and real-time tracking.
  • Lead technology-enabled transformations to shorten lead times and elevate overall agility.

• Logistics, Fulfillment & Network Optimization

  • Own strategic planning for multi-warehouse models, regional hubs, freight optimization, and last-mile efficiency.
  • Build and manage the fulfillment strategy for D2C, marketplaces, and offline channels.
  • Evaluate and onboard strategic Third-Party Logistics (3PL) partners, ensuring cost, speed, and service-level alignment with business goals.

• Cross-Functional Leadership & Business Partnering

  • Partner with Design, Merchandising, Finance, and Technology to align supply chain capabilities with business strategy, assortment plans, and growth sprints.
  • Provide strategic insights on demand trends, category expansion feasibility, and launch readiness.
  • Enable Marketing and Category teams with reliable availability planning for campaigns and new drops.

• Team Development & Leadership Excellence

  • Build a strong leadership bench within procurement, planning, production, and logistics.
  • Foster a culture of high ownership, data-driven decisions, and continuous improvement.
  • Mentor teams to evolve from operational executors to strategic thinkers and problem-solvers.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field.
• Experience: 10+ years of experience in supply chain management, preferably with a D2C fashion or lifestyle brand.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of footwear, handbags, and related product manufacturing ecosystems.
• Leadership Skills: Proven experience in managing and scaling teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent command of data analysis, planning, and process improvement methodologies.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems, Excel, and supply chain planning tools.
• Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms and logistics management.
• Experience with sustainability practices in supply chain operations.

Experience

10+ years in supply chain management with a focus on D2C fashion or lifestyle brands.

Environment

Typical work setting in the office located in Chandigarh (CCR), with opportunities for collaboration across teams and departments. May require occasional travel for vendor meetings or supply chain audits.

Salary

Not specified.

Growth Opportunities

Potential career advancement into executive leadership roles or expanded responsibilities within the company as it continues to grow.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.