Supply Chain

SUPPLY CHAIN & LOGISTICS LEAD (6 MONTH CONTRACT) A a senior level, hands-on role engaged on a fixed-term basis of six months. You will step in to steer end-to-end supply chain and logistics delivery across our multi-brand portfolio — international inbound, customs, distribution and 3PL, store replenishment, inventory, e-commerce fulfilment and procurement — keeping the operation stable through peak trading while delivering a focused set of priority improvements, so that good value and good quality reach the many without interruption. Responsibilities Operational Leadership (Hands-on)
• Take day-to-day leadership of supply chain and logistics operations from week one, working directly with the shipping, logistics, inventory and procurement teams.
• Complete a rapid diagnostic within the first 30 days covering network, DC/3PL performance, costs and controls, and agree a prioritised action plan with leadership.
• Oversee international inbound (sea and air), customs clearance, trade compliance and freight forwarder performance across origin markets.
• Manage distribution centre and 3PL operations, store replenishment, new store openings and e-commerce fulfilment, including readiness for peak events.
• Oversee reverse logistics: customer returns, returns-to-vendor (RTV), defectives and stock consolidation. Commercial & Cost Management
• Review freight, 3PL and last-mile contracts and rates; lead renegotiations or tenders where quick savings or service gains are available.
• Track logistics and procurement spend against budget with Finance, and deliver cost-per-unit and productivity improvements.
• Strengthen procurement compliance and the accuracy of contracts, purchase orders and vendor records. Inventory, Risk & Compliance
• Safeguard inventory accuracy through cycle counts, stock takes and shrinkage controls, working closely with Finance and Retail Operations.
• Use ageing, shrinkage and fast/slow-mover analysis to guide stock rebalancing, consolidation and clearance decisions.
• Ensure import/export and product compliance, including labelling, permits, insurance and claims management.
• Identify key operational risks and put practical continuity plans in place. Leadership & Handover
• Lead, coach and support managers and teams across logistics, shipping, inventory and procurement, with clear KPIs and performance routines.
• Act as the senior point of contact for supply chain matters with leadership, brand partners and franchisors during the engagement.
• Collaborate with Finance, Retail, Commercial, IT/MIS and brand teams — locally and internationally — to align delivery with business needs.
• Document SOPs, decisions and open actions, and deliver a structured handover plan before the contract ends. Qualifications
• 12+ years in supply chain and logistics within retail, fashion, FMCG or e-commerce, including at least 5 years in a head-of-function or senior leadership role.
• Track record in interim, turnaround or project-based assignments, with the ability to make a visible impact within the first weeks.
• A hands-on operator — as comfortable on the warehouse floor and in the data as in the boardroom.
• Strong working knowledge of customs, import/export regulations, trade compliance and Incoterms relevant to Thailand and Southeast Asia.
• Proven 3PL, distribution centre and e-commerce fulfilment management at scale, including peak trading.
• Experience with SAP or an equivalent ERP/WMS for order, stock and inventory management.
• Experience in an international, multi-brand retail organisation, working with regional or global brand headquarters and franchisors.
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management and communication skills in English and Thai.
• Available to start at short notice for a fixed-term engagement of three to six months, based at Bangna KM.19.