Overview

Recruitment Manager @ Practicus - Life Sciences | Executive Search

Head of Sourcing & Supply

Nottingham (Hybrid + international travel to China & the US)

Are you an experienced supply chain leader ready to take full ownership of sourcing and supply for a fast-growing international consumer brand?

This is a high-impact leadership role where you’ll manage a $5M+ annual stock purchasing budget, oversee global supplier relationships, and build scalable processes to support rapid growth. You’ll play a key part in ensuring product availability, negotiating better terms with suppliers, and developing a supply chain that is efficient, cost-effective, and ready for scale.

What you’ll be doing

• Strategic sourcing & supplier management – Build and manage relationships with factories and suppliers across China and the US, ensuring product quality, compliance, and cost efficiency.
• Contract negotiation – Secure favorable terms on pricing, lead times, and payment terms to drive savings and improve supplier performance.
• Demand & inventory planning – Move the business away from spreadsheets by implementing modern planning tools, optimizing stock levels, and reducing stockouts or overstocks.
• Global logistics management – Oversee international shipping, customs, and freight to guarantee timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Process improvement – Refine systems, dashboards, and KPIs to give leadership clear visibility on COGS, inventory turns, and supply chain efficiency.
• Team leadership – Manage and mentor a small supply team, building a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• International travel – Visit suppliers and factories in China (approx. twice per year) and collaborate with teams in the US.

What we’re looking for

• 5+ years’ experience in supply chain management, sourcing, or operations (ideally CPG, consumer products, or personal care).
• Strong track record of supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Proven experience in demand planning, inventory optimization, and logistics.
• Commercially sharp, strategic, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, scaling business.
• Hands-on leader who enjoys building structure, solving problems, and working cross-functionally.
• Nottingham-based (hybrid model), with flexibility for international travel.

What’s on offer

Entrepreneurial, founder-led culture with autonomy and impact

A chance to shape and scale the entire supply chain function in a business growing towards international expansion

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Supply Chain

Industries

• Retail, Retail Apparel and Fashion, and Online and Mail Order Retail